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NY A06805
Bill
Status
3/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Gary Pretlow
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AI Summary
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Requires law enforcement to impound any motor vehicle when the driver is arrested for driving while ability impaired (DWAI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) under Vehicle and Traffic Law section 1192
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Mandates the impounded vehicle be held for a minimum of 12 hours after arrest before release to the arrested person
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Allows release of the vehicle to someone other than the arrested person if they present a valid driver's license, proof of ownership or authority to operate, proof of insurance, and can safely operate the vehicle without impairment
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Permits release to a third party if the arrested vehicle owner (18 or older) provides written permission, or to a parent/guardian if the arrested owner is under 18
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Authorizes law enforcement or their agents to charge reasonable towing and storage fees and retain custody of the vehicle until fees are paid
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Takes effect on the first of November following enactment
Legislative Description
Authorizes the impoundment of any motor vehicle operated by a person who drives while ability is impaired or intoxicated; provides for the imposition of towing and storage fees; provides for the release of impounded vehicles upon compliance with certain conditions.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026