S.2970

Requires that any person convicted of a charge of driving under the influence or refusal to submit to a chemical test, have an ignition interlock system installed in their vehicle as part of any sentence before being eligible for a license reinstatement.

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2970 mandates ignition interlock systems for those convicted of DUI or refusing chemical tests, and establishes a fund for indigent.

Rhode Island S2970 amends existing laws to require individuals convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) or refusing to submit to chemical tests to install an ignition interlock system in their vehicles as part of their sentence. This requirement applies to all DUI convictions and refusals to submit to chemical tests, regardless of the offender's age. The bill also creates an ignition interlock system fund, administered by the Office of the General Treasurer, to provide financial assistance to indigent defendants who cannot afford the system.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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8
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

9 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 9

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 9

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 3

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)

Mar 4

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary