Senate Bill 659 aims to enhance road safety by mandating the installation of speed limiters on vehicles for individuals convicted of repeated reckless driving violations, specifically those involving speeding 20 or more miles per hour over the limit. The bill requires the Department of Transportation to establish a speed limiter program, which will be implemented through rules that cover the selection of service providers, fee reviews, and reporting requirements. If a person is convicted of a second or subsequent reckless driving offense within five years, the court will order that their Class D vehicle operation be restricted to vehicles equipped with a speed limiter for a minimum of one year, or two years for repeat offenders. The individual will bear the costs associated with the installation, maintenance, and removal of the speed limiter.

Additionally, the bill introduces penalties for individuals who tamper with or fail to comply with the speed limiter requirements, with fines up to $600 for first offenses and up to $1,000 for subsequent violations. It also prohibits vehicle owners from allowing individuals subject to a speed limiter court order to operate their vehicles. The bill amends existing statutes to include the new provisions related to speed limiters, specifically adding sections 110.11, 340.01 (58m), 343.347, and 347.414, while also updating sections 347.50 (1) and (1s) to incorporate the new penalties associated with these violations.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 347.50(1), 347.50, 347.50(1s)