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ND HB1206
Bill
Status
4/11/2025
Primary Sponsor
Scott Louser
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AI Summary
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Expands DUI laws to explicitly include impairment by "any other drugs or substances" in addition to alcohol for criminal vehicular homicide, criminal vehicular injury, and DUI with a minor present
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Establishes specific minimum sentences for DUI with a minor in the vehicle: first offense requires $750 fine, 2 days imprisonment, substance abuse evaluation, 360 days unsupervised probation, and 360 days in the 24/7 sobriety program
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Second or subsequent DUI offense with a minor within 15 years requires at least 1 year and 1 day imprisonment, $2,000 fine, substance abuse evaluation, 2 years supervised probation, and 360 days in the 24/7 sobriety program
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Passed the House 75-15 and Senate 45-1; applies to criminal charges filed after the effective date
Legislative Description
The special punishment for causing injury or death while operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or any other drugs or substances and to driving while under the influence of alcohol or any other drugs or substances while being accompanied by a minor; to provide a penalty; and to provide for application.
Last Action
Filed with Secretary Of State 04/11
4/14/2025