HB700

AN ACT relating to crimes and punishments.

Introduced·2/23/26
Bill Text

Kentucky HB700 amends vehicular homicide laws to include operating a vehicle above 25 mph over the speed limit, violating traffic laws, or under the.

Kentucky HB700, also known as Daniel's Law, modifies the definition of vehicular homicide to include operating a motor vehicle, including boats and airplanes, in excess of 25 miles per hour above the speed limit, in violation of traffic laws, or under the influence of alcohol or other impairing substances. This change elevates vehicular homicide to a Class B felony, expanding the circumstances under which it can be charged.

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History

Mar 2

House

to Judiciary (H)

Feb 23

House

introduced in House

Feb 23

House

to Committee on Committees (H)