House Sponsors: GRANBERG-NOVAK-RUTHERFORD-BRADY, HOLBROOK AND MCKEON. Short description: VEH CD-DRUNK DRIVING PENALTIES Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to change certain provisions dealing with driving while under the influence. Changes the penalties and period of suspension of driving privileges by basing these on the person's alcohol concentration level. Provides that the period of suspension is 270 days (instead of 6 months) and if not a first offender, 2 and one-half years (instead of 2 years) for refusing or failing to complete an alcohol or drug concentration test. Provides that a first offender may be issued a restricted driving permit. Adds the requirement that a breath alcohol interlock ignition device be installed in a person's vehicle if a person with a second or subsequent violation for driving while under the influence is issued a restricted driving permit. Provides that a person convicted for driving while under the influence shall be subject to fines. Provides that a first offender shall be subject to community service. Increases the fine and hours of community service for when the offense was committed while transporting a person 16 years of age or younger (instead of under 16). Adds that after a person is found guilty of driving while under the influence, that person shall be required to complete an approved alcohol or drug education course. Makes other changes. Effective January 1, 1998. CORRECTIONAL NOTE There will be no fiscal or corrections population impact. FISCAL NOTE (Dpt. of Corrections) No change from correctional note. JUDICIAL NOTE The bill would not increase the need for the number of judges. HOME RULE NOTE HB1200 does not preempt home rule authority. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 99-01-12 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status