H8095

Clarifies that a magistrate or sentencing judge sitting in a court with jurisdiction over alcohol-related offenses shall, upon request, immediately grant a conditional hardship license after imposing a ninety (90) day hardship loss of license.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8095 clarifies that a magistrate or sentencing judge shall grant a conditional hardship license upon request after imposing a 90-day.

Rhode Island H8095 amends the state's motor vehicle laws to clarify that a magistrate or sentencing judge must immediately grant a conditional hardship license upon request after imposing a 90-day hardship loss of license. The hardship license allows the motorist to operate a vehicle for up to 12 hours per day for reasons such as employment, medical appointments, or schooling. The license is contingent on the installation of an ignition interlock device and/or blood and urine testing.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 28

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 28

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary