The bill amends various sections of the Idaho Code concerning motor vehicle laws, particularly focusing on the reporting of judgments and the consequences of non-compliance with evidentiary testing for alcohol and drugs. It updates Section 49-1203 to require court clerks or judges to send a record of any unsatisfied judgment within sixty days to the department, replacing "certified copy" with "record." Additionally, Sections 18-8002 and 18-8002A are revised to state that failing to appear or request a hearing will result in a default judgment against the defendant, and the term "calendar days" is changed to "business days" for hearing requests.

The bill also establishes penalties for refusing evidentiary testing, including a $250 civil penalty and mandatory ignition interlock system installation for a specified duration. It clarifies that if a hearing is not requested within the designated timeframe, penalties will be imposed automatically. Furthermore, it allows individuals with suspended driving privileges to apply for restricted noncommercial driving privileges after a thirty-day absolute suspension, detailing the responsibilities for costs associated with ignition interlock systems. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, following an emergency declaration.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 49-1203, 18-8002, 18-8002A