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DE HB201
Bill
Status
6/20/2013
Primary Sponsor
Stephen Smyk
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AI Summary
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Creates a new "ignition interlock license" that allows DUI offenders to drive vehicles equipped with ignition interlock devices, replacing the previous "IID license" terminology and expanding eligibility requirements
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Establishes an Ignition Interlock Assistance Fund (IIAF) funded by a $10-20 monthly fee paid by program participants to provide financial assistance to eligible low-income offenders who cannot afford interlock device costs
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Allows first-time DUI offenders to apply for an ignition interlock license immediately upon program acceptance, eliminating previous waiting periods of 1-3 months
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Sets mandatory ignition interlock periods based on offense level: 6 months for first offense with BAC .08+, 1 year for first refusal or second offense, 2 years for third offense, and 3 years for fourth or subsequent offenses
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Removes the previous requirement that offenders must own the vehicle or have the device installed on all vehicles registered in their name, allowing installation on any vehicle the person will operate with proof of insurance
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Rules Of The Road, Creating An Ignition Interlock License, And Ignition Interlock Assistance Fund.
Last Action
Introduced and Assigned to Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee in House
6/20/2013