This bill amends Iowa's Code sections related to implied consent for chemical testing of individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents resulting in death. It removes the requirement that a peace officer must have reasonable grounds to believe that the person was operating a vehicle in violation of specific intoxication laws before administering a chemical test. The bill introduces a new provision stating that any person involved in a motor vehicle accident resulting in death is deemed to have given consent for the withdrawal of blood, breath, or urine specimens for testing to determine alcohol concentration or the presence of controlled substances.

Additionally, the bill makes conforming changes to existing laws regarding penalties for refusing to submit to chemical testing. It maintains the administrative penalties for individuals who either submit to or refuse testing under the implied consent law, ensuring that those involved in fatal accidents are subject to the same consequences as those who are suspected of operating under the influence. The bill does not alter the existing legal framework for testing individuals who refuse to submit to a test when reasonable grounds are present, nor does it change the requirements for testing under warrants or other specific circumstances.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 321J.5, 321J.6, 321J.9, 321J.2, 321J.2A