LD1886

An Act to Include Serious Bodily Injury in the Law Governing Motor Vehicle Violations Resulting in Death

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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.

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Roll Call Votes

Acc Maj Otp As Amended Rep RC #342

108 Yea

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32 Nay

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11 Absent

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Calendar

May 15, 2025

9:30 AM

Hearing

May 5, 2025

9:30 AM

Hearing

History

Jun 9, 2025

House

PASSED TO BE ENACTED.

Jun 9, 2025

House

Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

Jun 9, 2025

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.