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This bill modifies Arizona's laws regarding excessive speeding and aggressive driving, focusing on enhancing traffic safety regulations. Specifically, the bill amends two sections of Arizona's Revised Statutes to refine definitions and penalties for speeding. Under the new provisions, a driver can be charged with aggressive driving if they commit a speed violation and at least two other traffic infractions during a single, continuous period of driving, and their actions create an immediate hazard. For excessive speeding, the bill clarifies that drivers cannot exceed the speed limit by more than 20 miles per hour in business or residential districts, or in other locations, and introduces a new definition of "business or residential district" that includes arterial streets providing direct home or business access. Penalties for violations include potential misdemeanor charges, mandatory traffic safety school attendance, and possible driver's license suspension. For repeat offenders within 24 months, the bill mandates a one-year driving privilege suspension. The changes aim to create more precise legal standards for dangerous driving behaviors and provide clearer guidance for law enforcement and courts in addressing speed-related traffic violations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82198