ND SB2240

Extends the lookback period for DUI offenses from five years to seven years for determining license suspension lengths and criminal penalties.

Establishes the twenty-four seven sobriety program as an alternative allowing offenders to obtain temporary restricted licenses after serving reduced suspension periods (15 days instead of 30 days for first offenses).

Increases penalties for repeat DUI offenses, including mandatory minimum jail time and participation in the twenty-four seven sobriety program with twice-daily breath testing or electronic alcohol monitoring.

Requires the legislative management to study administrative procedures for DUI cases, including ignition interlock device use and effects of test refusal, with findings due to the sixty-fourth legislative assembly.

Appropriates $1,200,000 to the attorney general for fiscal years 2013-2015 to purchase secure continuous remote alcohol monitors for twenty-four seven sobriety program participants.