SB196

Revise DUI laws regarding actual physical control

Failed·5/23/25
Introduced Text

Montana SB196 revises DUI laws by defining "actual physical control" of a vehicle.

Montana SB196 revises DUI laws by clarifying the definition of "actual physical control" of a motor vehicle. The bill specifies that actual physical control occurs when a person is operating or driving a vehicle on public roads. It excludes situations where a person is seated in a non-driver's seat with the engine running but the vehicle not in gear or when the vehicle is disabled. The bill also amends definitions related to DUI, including "under the influence" and "aggravated driving under the influence.

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Roll Call Votes

1 Yea

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5 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 3, 2025

8:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

Senate

(S) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Feb 13, 2025

Senate

(S) Tabled in Committee (S) Judiciary