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Introduced
09/08/2023
09/08/2023
In Committee
10/24/2023
10/24/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/15/2024
04/15/2024
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Under this bill, in addition to the penalties available under current law for the following offenses, the vehicle used in the offense may be immediately impounded and remain impounded for 90 days: 1. Operating a vehicle without a license, with certain exceptions, or with a suspended or revoked operating privilege. 2. Speeding at a rate higher than 25 miles per hour above the speed limit. 3. Fleeing from a law enforcement officer. 4. Racing on a highway. For further information see the state and local fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
AI Summary
This bill allows law enforcement officers to immediately impound vehicles used in certain traffic offenses, including operating a vehicle without a license or with a suspended/revoked license, speeding 25 mph or more above the speed limit, fleeing from law enforcement, and racing on a highway. The vehicle must remain impounded for 90 days, subject to some exceptions, such as if the owner is found not guilty or the citation is dismissed within that time period. The court may also increase or decrease the impoundment period if the person is found guilty. The law enforcement agency's reasonable costs for the impoundment may be collected from the person found guilty.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (7)
Joan Ballweg (R)*,
André Jacque (R)*,
Howard Marklein (R)*,
Van Wanggaard (R)*,
Janel Brandtjen (R),
LaKeshia Myers (D),
William Penterman (R),
Last Action
Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1 (on 04/15/2024)
Bill Topics
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
Transportation
- ‐ Highway Construction, Maintenance, and Safety
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2023/proposals/reg/sen/bill/sb410 | 09/08/2023 |
| SB410 ROCP for Committee on Senate Organization | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2023/related/records/senate/senate_organization/1788254.pdf | 04/20/2024 |
| SB410 ROCP for Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety On 10/24/2023 | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2023/related/records/senate/judiciary_and_public_safety/1753196.pdf | 04/15/2024 |
| Analysis - LC Amendment Memo | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/lcamendmentmemos/2023/REG/SB410.pdf | 10/26/2023 |
| SB410 ROCP for Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety On 10/24/2023 | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2023/related/records/senate/judiciary_and_public_safety/1753196.pdf | 10/25/2023 |
| Senate Amendment 1 | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/amends/2023/REG/SB410-SA1.pdf | 10/16/2023 |
| BillText | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/proposaltext/2023/REG/SB410.pdf | 09/08/2023 |
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