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IN SB0203
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/9/2014
Primary Sponsor
Timothy Skinner
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AI Summary
- Makes it a Level 6 felony to operate a motor vehicle carrying a child under 8 years old who is not properly restrained by a child restraint system if the vehicle is involved in an accident causing serious bodily injury to the child
- Upgrades the offense to a Level 5 felony if the accident results in the child's death
- Extends the same felony provisions to children ages 8-15 who are not properly restrained by a child restraint system or safety belt when involved in accidents causing serious bodily injury or death
- Provides an affirmative defense if a physician, physician's assistant, or advanced practice nurse certifies that restraint would be impractical due to the child's physical or medical condition
- Maintains existing Class D infraction penalties for violations not resulting in serious injury or death, effective July 1, 2014
Legislative Description
Passenger restraint systems for children.
Last Action
First Reading: Referred to Corrections & Criminal Law
1/9/2014
Committee Referrals
Corrections & Criminal Law1/9/2014
Full Bill Text
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