MN HF3935

Imposes lifetime revocation of driving licenses for persons with five or more qualified impaired driving incidents within the applicable lookback period, effective August 1, 2018.

Applies lifetime revocation to both test refusal cases (section 169A.52, subdivision 3) and test failure cases (section 169A.52, subdivision 4) involving alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more or controlled substances.

Creates reinstatement process allowing petitioners to file for hearing in district court no sooner than 10 years after revocation, with court authority to grant reinstatement based on clear and convincing evidence of rehabilitation and public safety considerations.

Requires persons seeking reinstatement to demonstrate abstinence from alcohol and controlled substances for minimum periods (3-6 years depending on offense), with verification through ignition interlock devices or other chemical monitoring approved by commissioner.

Extends lifetime revocation provisions to commercial driver's licenses and applies identical reinstatement framework to violations occurring after August 1, 2018.