SPONSOR: Gallick
This bill addresses the use of Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) devices. These are devices that use GPS to monitor the speed of a vehicle and prevent the vehicle from speeding.
The bill allows an individual whose license is revoked as a result of an assessment of points with at least 40% of the points resulting from speeding offenses to apply to the Department of Revenue to have his or her driving privileges reinstated upon the installation of a certified ISA device. For a period of at least one year, the individual must drive only vehicles equipped with an ISA device.
This bill requires a person's driving privilege to be revoked for one year if:
(1) The monthly monitoring reports show the person has tampered with or circumvented the ISA device;
(2) The person fails to maintain proof with the Department that such device is in use on all motor vehicles operated by the person; or
(3) The person is convicted of speeding while operating a vehicle that is not equipped with an ISA device.
If a person's driver's license is revoked a second time for points while he or she is required to use an ISA device, any reinstatement of driving privileges must require use of an ISA device for an additional year after the revocation.
The bill prevents motor vehicle manufacturers, distributors, and retailers from being held liable for loss, injury, or damages caused by the design, manufacture, installation, or use of an aftermarket ISA device. However, liability will exist if the entity knowingly engages in a repair of or an update to the ISA and such repair or update causes loss, injury, or damage.
The State Highways and Transportation Commission must certify or cause certification of the ISA devices, publish a list of approved devices, and adopt guidelines for proper use of the ISA, as specified in the bill.
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