An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for suspension of operating privilege; and, in miscellaneous provisions relating to offenses in general, further providing for careless driving.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania law to increase penalties for careless driving that results in unintentional death. Specifically, it raises the fine for such offenses to up to $2,500 and mandates a suspension of driving privileges for up to two years upon conviction. The bill also clarifies that the penalty applies when death occurs unintentionally as a result of the violation. It is named the Kyle Costrello and Glenn Compton Law.
Key provisions
- Increases the fine for careless driving resulting in unintentional death to up to $2,500.
- Requires a suspension of driving privileges for up to two years upon conviction.
- Specifically addresses unintentional death as a factor in the penalty.
- Amends Section 3714(b) of Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes.
Who is affected
- Drivers in Pennsylvania
- Individuals who cause unintentional death through careless driving
- Families of victims of careless driving
Notable changes
- Raises the monetary penalty for the offense.
- Adds a suspension of driving privileges as a mandatory consequence.
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- Pn 1604 Html
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Patrick Stefano
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