Indiana SB0175 establishes the crime of excessive speeding and sets penalties.

Indiana SB0175 introduces the crime of excessive speeding, defined as operating a vehicle over 40 miles per hour above the speed limit or over 100 miles per hour. It classifies the offense as a Class C misdemeanor, escalating to a Class B misdemeanor for those with prior unrelated convictions. Two convictions within five years trigger a court recommendation for immediate suspension of driving privileges for at least 180 days. The bill also outlines fines and mandatory minimum sentences for related offenses, including interfering with public safety and resisting law enforcement.

Indiana SB0175 establishes the crime of excessive speeding and sets penalties.

Indiana SB0175 introduces the crime of excessive speeding, defined as operating a vehicle over 40 miles per hour above the speed limit or over 100 miles per hour. It classifies the offense as a Class C misdemeanor, escalating to a Class B misdemeanor for those with prior unrelated convictions. Two convictions within five years trigger a court recommendation for immediate suspension of driving privileges for at least 180 days. The bill also outlines fines and mandatory minimum sentences for related offenses, including interfering with public safety and resisting law enforcement.