This bill amends existing laws related to motor vehicles, specifically focusing on the requirements for individuals convicted of driving on a revoked license. It mandates the installation of an ignition interlock device and the acquisition of an ignition interlock license upon such conviction. The bill also establishes that driving on a revoked license will be classified as a case of record in metropolitan court, allowing for appeals to the court of appeals. Additionally, it specifies that an ignition interlock license can be valid for either four or eight years and allows for the removal of the ignition interlock device without a court order.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the penalties for driving while licensed is revoked, including the requirement for individuals to obtain an ignition interlock device and license within ten days of conviction. It also updates the provisions for the ignition interlock device fund, increasing the financial support available for indigent individuals required to install these devices. The fund will cover costs associated with installation, removal, and monthly usage of the ignition interlock device, with specific caps on the amounts reimbursed. Overall, the bill aims to enhance road safety and ensure compliance with ignition interlock requirements for those with revoked licenses.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 34-8A-6, 66-5-39.1, 66-5-503, 66-8-102.3