SB 6785-S - DIGEST

(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 2ND SUB)

     Requires ignition interlock devices upon any DUI conviction.

     Provides that an applicant for an occupational driver's license is eligible to receive such license only if the applicant, where subject to suspension or revocation under RCW 46.61.502, 46.61.504, 46.20.3101(2)(a) or (3)(a), provides to the department proof of installation of an ignition interlock or other biological or technical device on his or her vehicle from a provider certified by the Washington state patrol.  The Washington state patrol shall revoke the certification of a provider that issues any false or inaccurate form of proof of installation of an ignition interlock or other biological or technical device.

     Provides that any person whose license is restricted to operating only a motor vehicle with an ignition interlock device installed may operate an employer's vehicle without an ignition interlock device installed during normal business activities, provided that the person does not partly or entirely own or control the employer's vehicle or business.

     Provides that in the case of a person whose alcohol concentration was at least 0.15, the person may make application for a new license after the expiration of six months from the date the license or privilege to drive was revoked if the applicant provides the department with proof of installation of an ignition interlock or other biological or technical device on his or her vehicle.  The applicant must agree to operate no other vehicle for a period of one year from the date of issuance of a new license except as allowed in RCW 46.20.720(4).