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DE HB212
Bill
Status
6/30/2014
Primary Sponsor
Helene Keeley
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AI Summary
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Requires all DUI offenders to install functioning ignition interlock devices (IIDs) in vehicles, eliminating previous restrictions that exempted first offenders with blood alcohol concentration below .15
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Expands IID requirements to apply immediately upon conviction for DUI under §4177(e), rather than only for those with higher BAC levels or refused chemical tests
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Establishes graduated timelines for obtaining IID licenses based on offense number and BAC level, ranging from 1 month (first offense, BAC below .15) to 60 days (first offense, BAC .15 or greater)
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Consolidates and reorganizes IID program provisions previously separated into voluntary (§4177F) and mandatory (§4177G) programs into unified requirements under §4177C and §4177F
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Removes the FOE-IID (First Offense Election-Ignition Interlock Device) Diversion program that allowed eligible first offenders to avoid mandatory IID installation
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Driver’s Licenses, Driving Under The Influence And Ignition Interlock Device Requirements.
Last Action
HS 1 for HB 212 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 1 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT
6/30/2014