Alabama HB37 amends penalties for eluding or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer, increasing fines and confinement times.

Alabama HB37 amends the Code of Alabama to increase penalties for eluding or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer. A violation becomes a Class A misdemeanor, with a minimum confinement sentence and license suspension. If the offense causes physical injury, it escalates to a Class B felony. If the offense results in serious injury or death, it becomes a Class C felony. The bill also mandates a 48-hour temporary holding period for those arrested, prohibiting release on bail or otherwise during this time.

Alabama HB37 amends penalties for eluding or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer, increasing fines and confinement times.

Alabama HB37 amends the Code of Alabama to increase penalties for eluding or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer. A violation becomes a Class A misdemeanor, with a minimum confinement sentence and license suspension. If the offense causes physical injury, it escalates to a Class B felony. If the offense results in serious injury or death, it becomes a Class C felony. The bill also mandates a 48-hour temporary holding period for those arrested, prohibiting release on bail or otherwise during this time.