This bill amends existing laws related to motor vehicle offenses, specifically focusing on driving with a revoked license. It mandates that individuals convicted of driving on a revoked license must install an ignition interlock device in their vehicle and obtain an ignition interlock license within ten days of their 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 will 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 associated with driving while license revoked, including the requirement for individuals to bear the costs of the ignition interlock device. It also updates the provisions for the interlock device fund, increasing the financial support available for indigent individuals required to install ignition interlock devices. The fund will cover costs related to installation, removal, and monthly usage of the devices, with specific caps on the amounts reimbursed. Overall, the bill aims to enhance road safety by imposing stricter regulations on individuals who drive with revoked licenses.

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