The bill aims to enhance public safety by modifying the penalties associated with the crime of fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle. It introduces new classifications of offenses, specifically adding heightened penalties for fleeing in a culpably negligent manner and for failing to obey traffic laws while fleeing. The bill amends existing statutes to include these new subdivisions, which outline the consequences for such actions, including potential imprisonment and fines. Additionally, the bill specifies that the commissioner of public safety will revoke a person's driver's license for varying lengths of time based on the specific offense committed.

Furthermore, the bill authorizes the expanded use of tracking devices for fleeing motor vehicles, allowing law enforcement to utilize mobile tracking technology in these situations. The effective date for all provisions in the bill is set for August 1, 2024, and it applies to crimes committed on or after that date. Overall, the legislation seeks to deter reckless behavior during police pursuits and improve the tools available to law enforcement in managing such incidents.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 171.174, 609.487, 609B.205, 626A.35