Bill > AB1748

This bill, titled "License suspension and revocation," proposes to amend existing California Vehicle Code sections to increase the penalties for driving under the influence (DUI). Specifically, it mandates longer license suspensions and revocations for DUI convictions, with penalties escalating based on the number of prior DUI offenses. For a first-time DUI conviction, the license suspension would increase from six months to one year. For subsequent offenses within a 10-year period, the suspension or revocation periods would be extended to three, five, or ten years, depending on the number of prior convictions. Notably, a fourth or subsequent DUI conviction within 10 years would result in a permanent revocation of driving privileges. Additionally, the bill increases the suspension period for DUIs involving a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.20% or more, or refusal of a chemical test, to 16 months, while still allowing for participation in licensed alcohol or drug recovery programs. The bill also makes conforming changes to related sections concerning ignition interlock devices and restricted licenses.

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