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 courts 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" to streamline the text.

Additionally, K.S.A. 8-1566 is revised to clarify the definition of reckless driving, which includes operating a vehicle in willful disregard for safety or exceeding certain speed limits. The penalties for reckless driving are also specified, with first-time offenders facing imprisonment or fines, and increased penalties for subsequent offenses. 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. The act will take effect following its publication in the statute book.

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