This bill amends various sections of Louisiana's Revised Statutes related to the suspension and revocation of driver's licenses for individuals convicted of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of substances. Key changes include the removal of specific references to "narcotic drugs" and "central nervous system stimulants," replacing them with broader terms such as "any drug, combination of drugs, or combination of alcohol and drugs." This change aims to create uniformity in the language used to describe substances involved in such offenses, ensuring that all relevant substances are covered under the law.

Additionally, the bill outlines the penalties for first, second, and subsequent offenses related to vehicular negligent injuring and operating a vehicle under the influence, specifying the duration of license suspensions based on the number of offenses. It also establishes a reinstatement fee structure based on the number of prior convictions. The bill emphasizes the importance of compliance with motor vehicle laws and the reciprocal recognition of licenses among states, as detailed in the Driver License Compact, which is also enacted into law through this bill.

Statutes affected:
HB1032 Original: 32:414(A)(1), 32:661(A)(3), 32:896(A)
HB1032 Engrossed: 32:414(A)(1), 32:661(A)(3), 32:896(A)
HB1032 Reengrossed: 32:414(A)(1), 32:661(A)(3), 32:896(A)
HB1032 Enrolled: 32:414(A)(1), 32:661(A)(3), 32:896(A)
HB1032 Act 690: 32:414(A)(1), 32:661(A)(3), 32:896(A)