House Bill No. introduced by G. Oblander, S. Klakken, and J. Schillinger aims to revise laws related to driver's licenses, specifically mandating the suspension of a driver's license or driving privilege for individuals who knowingly drive without insurance. The bill amends Section 61-5-208 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to include new provisions that require the Department of Motor Vehicles to suspend the driver's license of any person found to have driven without a valid insurance policy. However, the bill also stipulates that the department cannot suspend the license if the individual provides proof of insurance as allowed under existing law.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 61-8-1011, which pertains to driving under the influence (DUI) convictions, clarifying the definition of "conviction" and the implications for sentencing. The amendments ensure that previous DUI convictions, regardless of their nature or jurisdiction, are considered for determining subsequent offenses. The bill emphasizes that the court cannot defer the imposition of sentences for DUI violations, reinforcing the seriousness of driving offenses and the importance of maintaining insurance while operating a vehicle.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_1(1): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_1(2): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_1(3): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_1(4): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_1(5): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_1: 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2(1): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2(10): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2(2): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2(3): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2(4): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2(5): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2(6): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2(7): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2(8): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2(9): 61-5-208, 61-8-1011
HB0677_2: 61-5-208, 61-8-1011