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DE HB119

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

6/27/2023

Primary Sponsor

Timothy Dukes

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Origin

House of Representatives

152nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Replaces the prohibition on drinking while driving with a new open container law for motor vehicles in Delaware
  • Prohibits operators and passengers from possessing open or unsealed alcoholic beverage containers in the passenger area of a motor vehicle on public roads, streets, or highways
  • Allows open containers only in locked glove compartments, vehicle trunks, or areas not readily accessible to the operator or passengers
  • Exempts public transportation vehicles (buses, taxis, limousines) and living quarters of motor homes, mobile homes, and travel trailers
  • Imposes a civil penalty of $50 plus administrative court assessment for violations, which will not be recorded on the individual's driving record

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Rules Of The Road.

Last Action

Assigned to Corrections & Public Safety Committee in Senate

6/28/2023

Committee Referrals

Corrections & Public Safety6/28/2023
Public Safety & Homeland Security4/6/2023

Full Bill Text

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