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SB 0228 - Motor Vehicles; criminal offense and minimum fines for improper operation of an authorized emergency or law enforcement vehicle; provide

Tracking Level: Monitor
Sponsor: Joshua McKoon
Last Action: 3/5/2018 - House Second Readers
Senate Committee: Public Safety
House Committee: Rules
Assigned To:
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Staff Analysis of the Legislation
SB 228 amends Code Section 40-6-6 and 40-8-94 of the O.C.G.A. Makes it a misdemeanor to and includes a monetary fine for unauthorized operation of an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, a siren, whistle, or bell. A third conviction becomes a felony offense and results in a driver's license suspension. This now also applies to elected officials.

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