Vehicles: driving under the influence.
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Overview
This bill changes the penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) in California. Instead of increasing jail time for repeat offenses, it makes the penalties ‘wobbler’ offenses, meaning they can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the court’s discretion. The bill also adjusts the length of time a person must install an ignition interlock device (IID) after a DUI conviction, increasing it for more repeat offenses. It also includes provisions for making conforming changes to existing laws and addressing reimbursement requirements for local agencies.
Key provisions
- Increases the potential penalties for DUI convictions, making them ‘wobbler’ offenses (misdemeanor or felony).
- Adjusts the length of time a person must install an ignition interlock device (IID) after a DUI conviction, based on the number of prior convictions.
- Modifies the requirements for a 30-month IID installation period for three prior DUI convictions to a 36-month period.
- Increases the IID installation period for four or more prior DUI convictions to 48 months.
- Provides for a pilot program in Sacramento and Yolo counties for voluntary secured residential treatment for DUI offenders.
- Allows for the potential dismissal of prior drug possession convictions for DUI offenders who successfully complete a DUI treatment program.
- Includes conforming changes to various sections of the Vehicle Code.
- Addresses reimbursement requirements for local agencies related to DUI programs.
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