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ID S1398

Bill

Status

Passed

4/12/2010

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Idaho Code Section 18-8005 to revise penalties for violations of driving under the influence provisions in Section 18-8004
  • First-time DUI offenders remain subject to misdemeanor charges with jail time up to 6 months, fines up to $1,000, and mandatory 30-day absolute driving suspension followed by 60-150 day suspension with possible restricted privileges
  • Second-time DUI offenders within 10 years face mandatory minimum 10 days jail (48 consecutive hours required), fines up to $2,000, 1-year mandatory license suspension, and ignition interlock device requirement
  • Third or subsequent DUI offenders within 10 years are charged with felony offense, face up to 10 years imprisonment with mandatory minimum 30 days jail, fines up to $5,000, 1-5 year driving privilege suspension, and ignition interlock device requirement
  • Drug court participants in good standing may be eligible for restricted driving privileges after serving at least 45 days absolute suspension, with ignition interlock installation required

Legislative Description

Amends existing law relating to motor vehicles and crimes and punishment to revise certain penalty provisions.

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Last Action

Governor signed Session Law Chapter 331 Effective: 07/01/10

4/12/2010

Committee Referrals

Transportation and Defense3/16/2010
Judiciary and Rules3/5/2010

Full Bill Text

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