Requires first-time offenders of alcohol or drug-related traffic offenses to participate in a rehabilitation program.

This bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to mandate participation in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation program for individuals convicted of alcohol or drug-related traffic offenses for the first time. The program is designed for those who have not previously been convicted of such offenses and meet specific eligibility criteria. The bill also allows the commissioner or a deputy to expel participants who fail to meet program requirements. Successful completion of the program can result in the termination of any imposed sentence, though it does not delay the commencement of the sentence.

Requires first-time offenders of alcohol or drug-related traffic offenses to participate in a rehabilitation program.

This bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to mandate participation in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation program for individuals convicted of alcohol or drug-related traffic offenses for the first time. The program is designed for those who have not previously been convicted of such offenses and meet specific eligibility criteria. The bill also allows the commissioner or a deputy to expel participants who fail to meet program requirements. Successful completion of the program can result in the termination of any imposed sentence, though it does not delay the commencement of the sentence.