Prohibits defendants who are serving probation for driving under the influence death resulting from earning good time off their probationary period.
Impact
By imposing stricter terms on probation for DUI-related deaths, S0140 aims to enhance public safety and address concerns regarding leniency in current probation practices. The bill is expected to limit the ability of offenders to reduce their probation time, which may lead to longer monitoring periods and ultimately serve as a deterrent for future offenses. This change aligns with broader legislative efforts to reform how serious traffic offenses are penalized and to reinforce the consequences of dangerous driving behaviors.
Summary
Bill S0140 seeks to amend existing laws regarding probation for individuals convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) that results in death. Specifically, the bill prohibits these defendants from earning good time off their probationary period, which is a system that allows probationers to reduce their probation time for good behavior. The aim of this legislation is to increase accountability among individuals convicted of such serious offenses, ensuring that they serve the full length of their probation.
Contention
While proponents argue that the bill is necessary for public safety and justice for victims' families, opponents may raise concerns regarding the fairness of extending probation periods without allowing for potential deductions for good behavior. There may also be discussions about the effectiveness of such measures in reducing DUI offenses overall. The debate could touch upon broader issues of rehabilitation versus punishment in the criminal justice system and the implications for individuals trying to reintegrate into society after serving their sentences.
Extends the "lookback" period for repeat offenses involving driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs under § 31-27-2 and for repeat offenses related to failure or refusal to submit to chemical tests under § 31-27-2.1 from five to ten years.
Extends the "lookback" period for repeat offenses involving driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs under § 31-27-2 and for repeat offenses related to failure or refusal to submit to chemical tests under § 31-27-2.1 from five to ten years.
Extends the "lookback" period for repeat offenses involving driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs under § 31-27-2 and for repeat offenses related to failure or refusal to submit to chemical tests under § 31-27-2.1 from 5 years to 10 years.
Requires persons convicted of driving under influence or refusal to submit to chemical test, have an ignition interlock system installed in vehicle as part of sentence and to pay an assessment to pay for the systems for indigent defendants.
Increases the minimum wage amount for any person committed to the adult correctional institution from three dollars to five dollars a day for every day the person shall labor.
Increases the minimum wage amount for any person committed to the adult correctional institution from three dollars to five dollars a day for every day the person shall labor.