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NY S07866

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/14/2012

Primary Sponsor

Patrick Gallivan

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Origin

Senate

2011-2012 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires drivers involved in incidents to conduct reasonable investigation and report contact with objects other than roadway that causes property or personal injury damage
  • Establishes presumption that drivers violating DWI laws (Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 1192) knew of contact and damage unless they prove otherwise, regardless of intoxication level
  • Creates escalating penalties for property damage violations: up to $250 fine or 15 days imprisonment for first violation
  • Establishes escalating penalties for personal injury violations: Class B misdemeanor ($250-$500) for first violation, Class A misdemeanor ($500-$1,000) for subsequent violations, and Class E felony ($1,000-$2,500) for violations after prior conviction
  • Increases penalties to Class E felony ($1,000-$5,000) for serious physical injury and Class D felony ($2,000-$5,000) for death resulting from violation

Legislative Description

Enacts "Alix's law"; relates to leaving the scene of an incident without reporting it; also relates to operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Last Action

REFERRED TO RULES

11/14/2012

Committee Referrals

Rules11/14/2012

Full Bill Text

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