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ID S1099
Bill
Status
3/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary and Rules Committee
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AI Summary
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Establishes tiered penalties for vehicular manslaughter involving DUI based on prior offenses: first-time offenders face up to $15,000 fine and 15 years imprisonment; second-time offenders face up to $20,000 fine and mandatory minimum 5-year imprisonment (up to 25 years); third or subsequent offenders face up to $20,000 fine and mandatory minimum 10-year imprisonment (up to 25 years)
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Requires courts to inform defendants convicted of DUI or aggravated DUI at sentencing that a subsequent DUI offense resulting in death may be charged as vehicular manslaughter with enhanced mandatory minimum sentences
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Clarifies that failure by the court to provide this warning does not prevent imposition of mandatory minimum sentences, and proof that the defendant knew of the enhanced penalties is not required
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Makes technical corrections to code references in sections 18-8005, 18-8006, and 18-8004A regarding alcohol evaluation and treatment requirements
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Declares an emergency and sets an effective date of July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to revise a provision regarding a penalty for vehicular manslaughter and to provide that the court shall inform a defendant of certain information regarding sentencing.
MANSLAUGHTER
Last Action
Session Law Chapter 171 Effective: 07/01/2025
3/25/2025