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MI HB5456
Bill
Status
3/15/2016
Primary Sponsor
Klint Kesto
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AI Summary
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Removes the 45-day waiting period before individuals convicted of DWI violations can obtain a restricted license if admitted to a DWI/sobriety court program and meet specified conditions.
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Requires ignition interlock device installation on all vehicles operated by restricted license holders participating in DWI/sobriety court programs and mandates proof of installation before restricted license issuance.
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Expands restricted license eligibility to allow driving to DWI/sobriety court-related activities and locations including employment, education, medical treatment, alcohol/drug testing, and court-ordered programs.
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Changes language regarding vehicle operation from "owned or operated" to only "operated" and clarifies ignition interlock requirements apply to vehicles the person operates.
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Adds day-for-day credit toward mandatory ignition interlock use periods for time spent on restricted licenses requiring ignition interlock devices following refusal of chemical testing.
Legislative Description
Crimes; intoxication or impairment; driver license sanctions; provide for. Amends secs. 304, 319, 625e & 625f of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.304 et seq.).
State agencies (existing): state
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/15/2016
3/16/2016