Senate Bill 1299 amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding ignition interlock devices, primarily focusing on the terminology and procedures related to their use. The bill changes "blood alcohol concentration" to "breath alcohol concentration" in Section 55-10-417(b) and clarifies requirements for individuals who must have these devices installed. It introduces a new subsection (m) in Section 55-10-425, allowing active service members of the U.S. Armed Forces who are deployed outside Tennessee for over 30 days to request a temporary toll on their ignition interlock usage period. This request must be supported by proof of deployment, and if granted, the toll period will correspond to the deployment duration.

Additionally, the bill modifies various provisions in Section 55-10-425 to streamline compliance and monitoring processes. It specifies that individuals are not in violation of certain requirements if they attend calibration or inspection appointments within a seven-day window before or after their scheduled date. The bill also allows for a court petition for reinstatement of a driver's license under specific conditions, ensuring that individuals can regain their driving privileges if they meet all other requirements despite noncompliance with ignition interlock calibration or monitoring. The changes aim to enhance the management of ignition interlock device requirements while accommodating the unique circumstances of military personnel.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 55-10-417(b), 55-10-417, 55-10-417(d)(3), 55-10-425, 55-10-425(c)(1)(B), 55-10-425(c)(2), 55-10-425(d)(1)(A), 55-10-425(d)(1)(C), 55-10-425(d)(1)(D), 55-10-425(h)(2), 55-10-425(h)(7), 55-10-425(h)(9)(A), 55-10-425(h)(9)(C), 55-10-425(I)