This bill aims to revise Montana's DUI laws by incorporating the use of oral fluid testing as a method for determining alcohol presence in individuals operating commercial motor vehicles. Key amendments include the addition of "oral fluid" to the list of acceptable testing methods in several sections, specifically in Sections 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, and 61-8-1016. The bill clarifies that individuals operating commercial vehicles are deemed to have consented to tests of their blood, breath, or oral fluid when requested by a peace officer who has reasonable grounds to believe they are under the influence of alcohol.

Additionally, the bill outlines the consequences of refusing to submit to these tests, including the immediate seizure of the individual's commercial driver's license and a suspension period that varies based on the number of refusals and the circumstances surrounding the incident. The legislation also emphasizes that a person who is unconscious or incapable of refusal is still considered to have given consent for testing. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the enforcement of DUI laws and improve public safety on Montana's roads.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_1(1): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_1(2): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_1(3): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_1(4): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_1(5): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_1: 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(1): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(10): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(11): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(12): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(2): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(3): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(4): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(5): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(6): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(7): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(8): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X(9): 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016
HB0467_X: 61-8-806, 61-8-1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1016