Bill > HB1503

This bill amends North Dakota's criminal law regarding vehicular injury while driving under the influence of alcohol by changing the classification of the offense from a Class C felony to a Class B felony. Specifically, the bill modifies the punishment for an individual who violates driving under the influence (DUI) laws and causes substantial or serious bodily injury to another person. The key changes include increasing the minimum imprisonment from one year to one year and one day for a first offense, and maintaining the two-year minimum imprisonment for repeat offenders who have previously been convicted of DUI or related offenses. The bill aims to enhance penalties for individuals who cause serious injuries while operating a vehicle under the influence, signaling a stricter approach to combating drunk driving and its consequences in North Dakota.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1503.html