The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes regarding ignition interlock devices by introducing stricter penalties for individuals who knowingly lend a vehicle to someone required to use such a device. Specifically, it would establish that lending a vehicle in violation of these statutes, which subsequently results in a collision causing death or serious physical injury, would be classified as a class 6 felony. This new provision would be inserted into the existing law, enhancing the legal consequences for such actions.

Additionally, the bill would make technical changes to the language of the current law, including replacing the term "permit" with "allow" in the context of restricted drivers not being able to request others to operate their ignition interlock devices. It would also clarify that violations of the lending statute leading to serious consequences would result in a class 6 felony, while other violations would remain classified as class 1 misdemeanors, with potential extensions of the ignition interlock requirement for certain infractions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-1464
House Engrossed Version: 28-1464