Washington HB1315 amends impaired driving laws, lowering the alcohol concentration threshold and setting penalties for violations.

Washington HB1315 modifies impaired driving laws by lowering the alcohol concentration threshold for driving under the influence from 0.08 to 0.05. It also sets penalties for violations, including fines, imprisonment, and electronic home monitoring. The bill mandates ignition interlock devices for repeat offenders and requires substance use disorder assessments and treatment. It establishes a public information campaign to educate drivers about the changes and their effects.

Washington HB1315 amends impaired driving laws, lowering the alcohol concentration threshold and setting penalties for violations.

Washington HB1315 modifies impaired driving laws by lowering the alcohol concentration threshold for driving under the influence from 0.08 to 0.05. It also sets penalties for violations, including fines, imprisonment, and electronic home monitoring. The bill mandates ignition interlock devices for repeat offenders and requires substance use disorder assessments and treatment. It establishes a public information campaign to educate drivers about the changes and their effects.