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GA SB10
Bill
Status
5/1/2024
Primary Sponsor
Emanuel Jones
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AI Summary
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Creates a new misdemeanor offense for knowingly being present and actively facilitating an illegal drag race or laying drags exhibition, punishable by a fine of not less than $250.00; active facilitation includes using a vehicle to block roadways for the event.
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Adds reckless stunt driving convictions to the list of disqualifying offenses that prevent applicants from obtaining a Class C or Class D driver's license for at least 12 consecutive months.
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Increases fines for reckless stunt driving across all conviction levels: first offense minimum raised from $300 to $500 (max from $750 to $1,000), second offense from $600–$1,000 to $750–$1,500, third offense minimum raised from $1,000 to $2,500, and fourth or subsequent offense from $1,000–$5,000 to $5,000–$7,500.
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Requires that for a fourth or subsequent reckless stunt driving conviction resulting in injury or property damage over $1,000, the first 12 months of the prison sentence (1–5 years) cannot be suspended, probated, deferred, or withheld.
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Expands motor vehicle forfeiture to apply when a person previously convicted of reckless stunt driving is arrested and charged again, replacing the prior requirement of being declared a habitual violator with three prior violations; eliminates the court's general authority to probate, suspend, or stay sentences for reckless stunt driving.
Legislative Description
Offenses Against Public Order And Motor Vehicles and Traffic; knowingly attending and facilitating an illegal drag race or a laying drags exhibition; punishment; provide
Last Action
Act 513
5/1/2024