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Law enforcement asks committee to close a dismissal loophole for driving-under-suspension cases
Summary
Chief Frank Sen urged the Transportation Committee to adopt penalties for drivers who continue to operate during suspensions; bill sponsor Representative Anna Novak and defenders of indigent representation asked for technical changes and joined talks on possible shared amendments.
The House Transportation Committee opened a hearing on House Bill 1422, a measure sponsored by Representative Anna Novak that would create clearer penalties for operating a motor vehicle while driving privileges are suspended or revoked.
Dan Ruby, a cosponsor, told the committee the bill was requested by a local police chief and said prosecutors and law enforcement see frequent situations where people drive while suspended and obtain quick reinstatement or seek dismissal in…
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