The bill amends K.S.A. 8-254 and K.S.A. 8-1566, focusing on the revocation of driving privileges and the definition of reckless driving. Under the amended K.S.A. 8-254, a person's driving privileges will be revoked upon conviction of specific offenses, including involuntary manslaughter, vehicular homicide, and reckless driving, among others. The bill also allows the court to impose restrictions on driving privileges instead of revocation, unless the violation occurred while operating a commercial motor vehicle. Notably, the language regarding the forfeiture of bail has been modified, removing the term "of" from the relevant section.

Additionally, K.S.A. 8-1566 has been revised to clarify the definition of reckless driving, specifying that it includes operating a vehicle in willful disregard for safety or at excessive speeds. The penalties for reckless driving have been outlined, with first-time offenders facing imprisonment or fines, and subsequent offenses resulting in harsher penalties. The bill ultimately repeals the previous versions of K.S.A. 8-254 and K.S.A. 8-1566, indicating a significant update to the state's traffic laws.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 8-254, 8-2, 8-1566