Bill > HB96

This bill amends existing Louisiana law concerning penalties for drag racing and racing on public roads, specifically focusing on vehicle impoundment. The key change is that law enforcement agencies will now be required to impound vehicles involved in such illegal racing for a minimum of thirty days, an increase from the previous fourteen-day limit, with the owner responsible for all associated costs. This impoundment is intended to help gather evidence related to the offense, and vehicle owners who have not violated the law can reclaim their vehicles once notified by law enforcement. The bill also clarifies that if the impounded vehicle is a rental, only the driver, not the rental company, will face increased fines and the full impound costs.