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GA HB439
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/11/2021
Primary Sponsor
Bill Hitchens
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AI Summary
- Requires courts to issue a certificate of eligibility for an ignition interlock device (IID) limited driving permit as a condition of probation for first-time alcohol-related DUI convictions, with a minimum 180-day monitoring period
- Allows courts to order installation of an ignition interlock device as a condition of bail for persons charged with alcohol-related DUI when their operation of a motor vehicle poses a significant risk to themselves or the community
- Permits first-time alcohol-related DUI offenders to apply for early license reinstatement after 180 days of successful IID monitoring, and second-time offenders after 12 months, upon completion of a DUI Risk Reduction Program and payment of a $210.00 (or $200.00 by mail) restoration fee
- Establishes a financial hardship process allowing courts to issue reduced fee vouchers for IID costs when a person's income does not exceed 125% of the federal poverty level, requiring provider centers to install and remove devices at no cost and charge half the standard monthly rate; grants complete IID exemptions when no provider is located within 100 miles of the person's residence
- Effective July 1, 2022, applying to offenses committed on or after that date
Legislative Description
Motor vehicles; installation of ignition interlock devices as a condition of probation for individuals convicted of a first offense of driving under the influence; require
Last Action
House Withdrawn, Recommitted
3/3/2022
Committee Referrals
Judiciary - Non-Civil2/16/2021
Full Bill Text
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