Bill > HB1612

This bill brings forward and clarifies multiple sections of Mississippi law related to driving under the influence (DUI) and commercial driver's license provisions. The bill consolidates and updates existing statutes concerning implied consent laws, which require drivers to submit to chemical tests to determine blood alcohol content or the presence of impairing substances. Key provisions include defining terms like "chemical test" and "ignition-interlock device", establishing penalties for DUI offenses, outlining procedures for license suspension and reinstatement, and specifying the consequences for commercial drivers who violate DUI and out-of-service order regulations. The bill maintains the existing framework of Mississippi's DUI laws while ensuring that various technical and procedural sections are up to date, with provisions ranging from testing procedures and license restrictions to fees and fund allocations. Notably, the bill provides detailed guidelines for first-time and repeat offenders, including potential license suspension periods, mandatory education programs, and the use of ignition-interlock devices. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will be automatically repealed on June 30, 2025, which suggests it is part of a periodic review and update of the state's motor vehicle and traffic laws.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB1612.xml