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Introduced
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
In Committee
03/07/2025
03/07/2025
Crossed Over
03/07/2025
03/07/2025
Passed
Dead
03/28/2025
03/28/2025
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amend KRS 189A.010 to provide that operating a motor vehicle while the person's operator's license is suspended for a previous violation of driving under the influence or KRS 189A.090 is an aggravating circumstance; expand the list of controlled substances; amend KRS 189A.070 to extend the period of license suspension for a person who is issued an ignition interlock license for a first offense from four months to six months; require each person who is issued an ignition interlock license to comply with the consecutive day requirements in KRS 189A.340 within the last 90 or 120 days of the suspension period, and provide that if the person does not comply the period of suspension will continue until the consecutive day requirements are fulfilled; require that any period of license suspension be tolled during any sentence of imprisonment for a violation of KRS 189A.010; amend KRS 189A.340 to require a person whose license is suspended for a violation of KRS 189A.010(1)(a), (b), (e), or (f) to apply for an ignition interlock license; reduce the ignition interlock device installation fee to $100 and require installation to not exceed three hours.
AI Summary
This bill focuses on modifying Kentucky's driving under the influence (DUI) laws, making several important changes to enhance penalties and enforcement. Specifically, the bill adds operating a vehicle with a suspended license due to a previous DUI as an aggravating circumstance, which can increase penalties for offenders. It extends the license suspension period for first-time offenders with an ignition interlock license from four to six months and requires individuals to complete consecutive day requirements within the last 90 or 120 days of their suspension period. The bill also expands the list of controlled substances that can trigger a DUI charge, adding substances like Clonazepam, Cyclobenzaprine, and Fentanyl. Additionally, the bill reduces the ignition interlock device installation fee to $100 and requires installation to not exceed three hours. Another key provision is that any period of license suspension will be paused (tolled) while the person is serving a prison sentence for a DUI violation. These changes aim to strengthen DUI laws, improve road safety, and provide clearer guidelines for license suspension and reinstatement.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
to Committee on Committees (S) (on 03/07/2025)
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