HB541

Revise DUI laws to include controlled substances

Failed·5/22/25

Montana HB541 revises DUI laws to include controlled substances, setting penalties for driving under their influence.

Montana HB541 amends the state's driving under the influence laws to include driving under the influence of controlled substances. It sets specific penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol and controlled substances, including fines and imprisonment terms. The bill also mandates chemical dependency education and treatment for offenders. Penalties vary based on the number of offenses and the presence of passengers under 16 years of age.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

8 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 26, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Feb 24, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

May 22, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Standing Committee

Mar 28, 2025

Senate

(S) Committee Executive Action--Bill Not Concurred (S) Judiciary

Mar 28, 2025

Senate

(S) Tabled in Committee (S) Judiciary