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MN HF3106
Bill
Status
5/14/2010
Primary Sponsor
Bernie Lieder
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AI Summary
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Establishes "twice the legal limit" as an alcohol concentration of two times the legal limit (0.16 BAC) and creates enhanced penalties for violations at this level, effective July 1, 2011.
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Increases license revocation periods for impaired driving violations, with longer suspensions for repeat offenders and those with alcohol concentrations at twice the legal limit or higher.
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Converts the ignition interlock device pilot project into a permanent program, allowing judges to sentence offenders to probation with mandatory ignition interlock device restrictions as an alternative to standard sentencing.
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Requires persons with three or more qualified impaired driving incidents to demonstrate abstinence through ignition interlock device use or other chemical monitoring for 3-6 years before regaining full driving privileges.
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Establishes misdemeanor penalties for driving without an ignition interlock device when required, tampering with the device, or lending a vehicle to someone subject to the restriction.
Legislative Description
Implied consent, driving while impaired, and ignition interlock provisions modified.
Last Action
Governor's action Approval
5/18/2010