Increases certain penalties for leaving scene of motor vehicle accident resulting in death or injury.
This bill increases penalties for drivers who flee 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 for first offenses, while maintaining the option of up to 180 days in jail and a one-year driving license suspension. The bill directly affects drivers convicted of leaving such accidents, with repeat offenses resulting in permanent loss of driving privileges. It does not alter the core requirements for stopping at accidents or providing information to victims or police, only strengthening financial and license penalties for violations.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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Brian Stack
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