The proposed bill would amend current statutes regarding motorcycle operation and reckless driving. Specifically, it would insert language classifying the act of operating a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or overtaking and passing a vehicle in the same lane as reckless driving, which is categorized as a class 2 misdemeanor, except when authorized. This new provision would be added to section 28-693 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, thereby updating the legal framework surrounding motorcycle operation.

Additionally, the bill would make conforming changes to existing language, including the deletion of certain subsections and the renumbering of others. It would clarify that a person who operates a motorcycle in violation of specific subsections of section 28-903 is guilty of reckless driving. The bill also modifies the application of the twenty-four month period provision related to offenses and allows individuals whose driving privileges are suspended for violations of this section to apply for a restricted driver license after completing a specified suspension period.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-693
House Engrossed Version: 28-693