LD1886

Maine LD1886 amends distracted driving laws to include penalties for causing serious bodily injury or death.

Maine LD1886 amends the law to establish specific penalties for distracted driving that results in serious bodily injury or death. If a driver causes significant injury, their license may be suspended for up to 180 days. If the driver's actions cause a death, the suspension period is one to five years, though the court may reduce this based on extenuating circumstances. The court applies specific legal standards when assessing causation.