Increases certain penalties for leaving scene of motor vehicle accident resulting in death or injury.
This bill increases penalties for drivers who leave the scene of a motor vehicle accident causing death or injury. It raises the fine range from $2,500-$5,000 to $5,000-$10,000, while maintaining the option of up to 180 days in jail for such offenses. Drivers convicted under this provision would face a one-year license suspension for a first offense, with permanent license loss for repeat violations. The bill directly affects anyone who departs an accident scene without fulfilling legal obligations to stop, report, and assist victims.
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Introduction
Nov 2024
Committee Review
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Introduced Nov 14, 2024
Last action Nov 14, 2024
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Nov 14, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Gabe Rodriguez
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