House Bill No. [insert bill number] introduces significant revisions to the laws governing driving under the influence (DUI), establishing the new crime of aggravated vehicular homicide while under the influence. This offense is defined as causing the death of another person while operating a vehicle in violation of DUI laws, specifically when charged with aggravated driving under the influence. A conviction for this crime mandates a prison sentence ranging from 3 to 30 years, a minimum fine of $10,000, and prohibits the deferral of the sentence. The bill also amends existing laws to impose harsher penalties for repeat DUI offenders, particularly those with prior convictions for aggravated vehicular homicide, thereby enhancing the consequences for individuals who drive under the influence and cause fatal accidents.

In addition to the new offense, the bill revises penalties for existing DUI violations, particularly when minors are present in the vehicle, and emphasizes the need for chemical dependency treatment and education for offenders. It modifies implied consent laws regarding blood and breath tests, clarifying the conditions under which these tests can be requested and the consequences of refusal, including immediate driver's license suspension. The bill also mandates that nonresident driver's licenses seized for refusal to test be forwarded to the appropriate licensing authority in the nonresident's home state. Overall, the legislation aims to improve public safety by enforcing stricter penalties and ensuring compliance with testing requirements for suspected DUI offenders.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_1(1): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_1(2): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_1(3): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_1(4): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_1(5): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_1(6): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_1(7): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_1(8): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_1: 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(1): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(10): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(11): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(2): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(3): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(4): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(5): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(6): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(7): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(8): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2(9): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_2: 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_3(1): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_3(2): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_3(3): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_3(4): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_3(5): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_3(6): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_3(7): 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016
HB0267_3: 44-15-103, 46-18-201, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1016