HB19-1146
Tandem DUI Per Se
| Type | Bill |
|---|---|
| Session | 2019 Regular Session |
| Subjects |
Concerning the offense of tandem DUI per se.
Bill Summary:
The bill adds a new traffic offense of tandem DUI per se if a peace officer has evidence to believe that a driver had consumed alcohol or drugs, that the driver was substantially incapable of safely operating a vehicle, and that the driver had any measurable amount of a drug in his or her blood or oral fluid. The penalties for tandem DUI per se are the same as for DUI. The bill repeals the 5 nanogram THC threshold for the presumption that a driver is under the influence of marijuana.
The bill makes conforming amendments.
(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)
Committees
House
Judiciary
Related Documents & Information
| Date | Version | Documents |
|---|---|---|
| 01/29/2019 | Introduced |
| Activity | Vote | Documents |
|---|---|---|
| Postpone House Bill 19-1146 indefinitely. | The motion passed on a vote of 10-0. | Vote summary |
| Date | Location | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2019 | House | House Committee on Judiciary Postpone Indefinitely |
| 01/29/2019 | House | Introduced In House - Assigned to Judiciary |