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SF191 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Crime of fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle modification

Related bill: HF340

AI Generated Summary

The bill SF No 191 aims to enhance public safety by making several changes related to the crime of fleeing from a peace officer using a motor vehicle.

Key changes include: 1. Introducing stricter penalties when someone flees from a police officer in a motor vehicle in a way that shows extreme carelessness (culpable negligence). 2. Establishing a new crime for fleeing in a motor vehicle while also failing to obey certain traffic laws. 3. Allowing more extensive use of tracking devices on vehicles involved in police chases.

Furthermore, the bill details the revocation of driver's licenses for those convicted of fleeing from law enforcement. The duration of license revocation depends on the severity of the offense and any prior offenses, with periods ranging from one year up to ten years. The bill also specifies that a limited license (a license that allows driving under certain conditions) cannot be issued for half of the revocation period, and even then, issuance must follow court recommendations.

The intended effect of these changes is to deter dangerous vehicle pursuits and hold offenders accountable, thereby increasing overall road safety.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
January 15, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
January 15, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toJudiciary and Public Safety

Citations

 
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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "A new heightened penalty for fleeing in a culpably negligent manner."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill modifies the penalties associated with fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle under section 609.487.",
      "modified": [
        "Updates to the revocation periods for licenses based on offenses involving fleeing a peace officer."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "609.487"
  }
]

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