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AL HB272

AL HB272
Relating to crimes and offenses; to amend Section 13A-10-52, Code of Alabama 1975, to revise the criminal penalties for violations of fleeing or attempting to elude law enforcement; and in connection therewith would have as its purpose or effect the requirement of a new or increased expenditure of local funds within the meaning of Section 111.05 of the Constitution of Alabama of 2022.


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Introduced
04/06/2023
In Committee
04/26/2023
Crossed Over
04/25/2023
Passed
06/06/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/06/2023

Introduced Session

Regular Session 2023

Bill Summary

Relating to crimes and offenses; to amend Section 13A-10-52, Code of Alabama 1975, to revise the criminal penalties for violations of fleeing or attempting to elude law enforcement; and in connection therewith would have as its purpose or effect the requirement of a new or increased expenditure of local funds within the meaning of Section 111.05 of the Constitution of Alabama of 2022.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 13A-10-52 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to revise the criminal penalties for violations of fleeing or attempting to elude law enforcement. The bill creates three categories of offenses: (1) a Class A misdemeanor for general violations, (2) a Class C felony if the flight causes a collision or injury to another person or the offender crosses state lines, and (3) a Class B felony if the flight causes serious injury or death or the offender exceeds the speed limit by 20 mph or more. The bill also requires the suspension of the offender's driver's license for 6 months to 2 years upon conviction. Additionally, the bill states that it is not a violation to continue driving at or below the speed limit with the intent to stop at the nearest safe place.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (22)

Last Action

Enacted (on 06/06/2023)

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