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DE HB315

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/27/2010

Primary Sponsor

Earl Jaques

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Origin

House of Representatives

145th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • First offense DUI penalties include a fine of $500-$1,500 and/or up to 6 months imprisonment, with required alcohol evaluation, approved ignition interlock device use for 1 year, and victim's interaction group participation
  • First offenders must complete an alcohol education/rehabilitation course, which may include up to 6 months confinement, and pay a fee up to the maximum fine amount
  • Second offense DUI penalties include a mandatory fine of $750-$2,500 and imprisonment of 60 days to 18 months with no suspension of minimum sentence
  • Second offenders must complete mandatory in-patient substance abuse treatment, undergo routine substance abuse testing for 1 year after release, and participate in the Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitoring Program
  • The bill increases supervision and services for DUI convictions to protect community safety and reduce recidivism

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Driving A Vehicle While Under The Influence.

Last Action

Stricken

6/15/2010

Committee Referrals

Public Safety & Homeland Security1/27/2010

Full Bill Text

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