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Hearing on bill to expand reckless driving to include 30 mph over posted speed limit
Summary
Senate Bill 5238 would expand reckless driving to include intentionally driving more than 30 mph above the posted limit. Committee members and prosecutors debated whether to require an intent element and whether 30 mph is the correct threshold.
The committee heard Substitute Senate Bill 5238 on March 18, which would expand the criminal offense of reckless driving to cover instances where a person “intentionally” drives more than 30 miles per hour over the posted speed limit. Staff explained the current reckless driving statute is a gross misdemeanor punishable by up to 364 days in jail, a fine up to $5,000, and a minimum 30-day driver's license suspension by the Department of Licensing for a conviction.
Sponsor Sen. Ron Mazzall…
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