HB1609

DUI; revise elements and penalties.

Failed·3/3/26

Mississippi HB1609 revises DUI laws, setting penalties and requirements for ignition interlock devices and court-ordered drug testing.

Mississippi HB1609 updates the state's driving under the influence (DUI) laws, establishing specific penalties and requirements for offenders. It sets blood alcohol concentration limits for different age groups and vehicle types, with higher penalties for repeat offenses and those causing injury or death. The bill mandates the installation of ignition-interlock devices for offenders and outlines procedures for court-ordered drug testing. It also details the process for nonadjudication, which allows offenders to avoid formal adjudication by completing certain conditions.

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Roll Call Votes

House Passed

112 Yea

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History

Mar 3

Senate

Died In Committee

Feb 17

Senate

Referred To Judiciary, Division B

Feb 12

House

Transmitted To Senate