Rhode Island S2717 adds criminal penalties for driving after license suspension for lack of physical or mental fitness or frequent offenses.

Rhode Island S2717 amends the state's laws to add criminal penalties for operating a motor vehicle after a suspension for lack of physical or mental fitness, or as a result of frequent offenses. The bill specifies that the first and second offenses are misdemeanors, while the third or subsequent offenses are felonies. The penalties include fines and imprisonment, with mandatory minimum jail time for certain violations. The Division of Motor Vehicles is directed to suspend or deny licenses for those convicted under this act. The changes would take effect upon passage.

Rhode Island S2717 adds criminal penalties for driving after license suspension for lack of physical or mental fitness or frequent offenses.

Rhode Island S2717 amends the state's laws to add criminal penalties for operating a motor vehicle after a suspension for lack of physical or mental fitness, or as a result of frequent offenses. The bill specifies that the first and second offenses are misdemeanors, while the third or subsequent offenses are felonies. The penalties include fines and imprisonment, with mandatory minimum jail time for certain violations. The Division of Motor Vehicles is directed to suspend or deny licenses for those convicted under this act. The changes would take effect upon passage.