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GA SB180
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/10/2009
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Chapman
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AI Summary
- Allows persons age 18 or older whose licenses were suspended under Georgia's under-21 suspension statute (Code Section 40-5-57.1) to apply for a limited driving permit, removing the previous prohibition on such permits for underage DUI offenders who are at least 18
- Permits issuance of a limited driving permit to second-time DUI offenders after a 120-day hard suspension period, at the sentencing judge's discretion, if the judge issues a certificate of eligibility
- Requires second-time DUI offenders seeking a limited permit to install an ignition interlock device on all vehicles they operate and to participate for a minimum of 120 days in a Department of Human Resources-approved multiple offender program or a drug court program
- Sets the limited driving permit duration at one year for suspensions under the under-21 provision (Code Section 40-5-57.1), with a permit fee of $25.00 and a $5.00 renewal fee
- Takes effect immediately upon approval by the Governor or upon becoming law without such approval
Legislative Description
Driving Permits; allow issuance of a limited driving permit; person convicted of driving under the influence subject to certain conditions
Last Action
House Committee Favorably Reported
4/20/2010
Committee Referrals
Judiciary - Non-Civil3/12/2009
Public Safety2/19/2009
Full Bill Text
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