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 battery, particularly if these crimes are committed while violating certain traffic laws. The bill also clarifies that driving privileges may be restricted instead of revoked, unless the violation occurred while operating a commercial motor vehicle. Notably, the language regarding the forfeiture of bail has been modified to remove the term "of," streamlining the legal text.

In K.S.A. 8-1566, the definition of reckless driving is updated to specify that a person is guilty if they operate a vehicle in willful disregard for safety or at excessive speeds, with the previous phrasing regarding "who drives any" being deleted for clarity. The penalties for reckless driving are also outlined, with specific imprisonment and fine ranges for first and subsequent offenses. Additionally, the bill repeals the existing K.S.A. 8-254 and K.S.A. 8-1566, indicating a significant overhaul of the legal framework surrounding these driving offenses. The act will take effect following its publication in the statute book.

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