The bill amends Section 61-8-1002 of the Montana Code Annotated to establish that any detectable level of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in the body constitutes driving under the influence (DUI) for individuals under 21 years of age. Specifically, it introduces new legal language stating that a person under 21 is in violation if they operate a vehicle with any amount of THC present in their blood or bodily substance, in addition to the existing stipulation that they are in violation if their blood alcohol concentration is 0.02 or more.

This amendment aims to enhance road safety by holding younger drivers to stricter standards regarding THC consumption, reflecting a growing concern over the impact of cannabis on driving abilities. The bill maintains the existing provisions regarding alcohol and drug influence while adding the new criteria for THC, thereby reinforcing the legal framework surrounding impaired driving for minors.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 61-8-1002
SB0508_1(1): 61-8-1002
SB0508_1(2): 61-8-1002
SB0508_1(3): 61-8-1002
SB0508_1(4): 61-8-1002
SB0508_1(5): 61-8-1002
SB0508_1: 61-8-1002
SB0508_X(1): 61-8-1002
SB0508_X(2): 61-8-1002
SB0508_X(3): 61-8-1002
SB0508_X(4): 61-8-1002
SB0508_X(5): 61-8-1002
SB0508_X: 61-8-1002