The proposed bill would update current statutes concerning special ignition interlock restricted driver licenses (SIIRDL) by removing the requirement that individuals with multiple DUI offenses complete 45 days of license revocation before applying for a SIIRDL. Instead, it would allow these individuals to apply for a SIIRDL without this waiting period. Furthermore, the bill would expand the definition of programs requiring proof of participation or completion for license reinstatement to include court-ordered evidence-based psychotherapy. It would also permit individuals to demonstrate satisfactory participation in such programs, rather than solely proof of completion, and mandate that ignition interlock manufacturers provide relevant information to licensed health professionals involved in the psychotherapy. Additionally, the bill aims to modernize DUI laws by incorporating "evidence-based psychotherapy" as an acceptable treatment alongside alcohol or drug screening and education. It clarifies that courts may order evidence-based psychotherapy during sentencing and removes outdated references to this treatment, ensuring consistency in the statutes. The bill also broadens the definition of who can provide evidence-based psychotherapy to include various licensed health professionals, enhancing access to necessary treatment for individuals required to complete such programs.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-1381, 28-1382, 28-1383, 28-1401, 28-3304, 28-3319, 13-3401, 28-3001, 28-9501, 28-9551, 41-1651, 41-1723, 28-667, 28-1304, 28-1385, 28-3318, 13-901, 31-234, 41-2405, 11-251.15, 28-1321, 28-1387, 28-3320, 28-3322, 13-1802, 13-1803, 13-1814, 13-1209
House Engrossed Version: 28-1382, 28-3319, 28-1304, 41-1651, 41-1723, 28-1381, 28-1383, 28-1401, 28-667
Senate Engrossed Version: 28-1381, 28-1382, 28-1383, 28-1387, 28-1461, 28-3319, 13-3401, 28-3001, 28-9501, 28-9551, 41-1651, 41-1723, 28-1401, 28-667, 28-1304, 28-1385, 28-3318, 13-901, 31-234, 41-2405, 28-1445, 28-1321, 28-144, 28-1402, 28-3315