Drunk and Drugged Driving - Prior Convictions - Conviction for the Drunk or Drugged Operation of a Vessel
Sponsor: Delegate Valentino-SmithCommittee: JudiciarySubject: Vehicle Laws - Drunk DrivingStatus: Hearing 2/10 at 1:30 p.m. (as of Dec 1, 2021)
What this bill does
Official synopsis
Establishing that a conviction for the drunk or drugged operation of a vessel under the Natural Resources Article constitutes a prior conviction for the purpose of calculating enhanced penalties for second or subsequent violations for drunk or drugged driving under State vehicle laws.
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Testimony (6)
MGA witness listFAV 6Favorable
| Position | Witness | Organization | Testimony |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAV | Patashnick, Gavin | MSAA | Oral |
| FAV | Daggett, David | Maryland State's Attorneys' Association | Oral |
| FAV | Otte, Alex | Mothers Against Drunk Driving | Oral |
| FAV | Erickson, Kurtlobbyist | Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) | Oral + Written (PDF) |
| FAV | Delegate Valentino-Smith, Delegate Valentino-Smithlegislator | Individual | Oral |
| FAV | Griffin, Craig | Individual | Position only |
Organizations on record
Registered lobbyists who testified
FAVErickson, KurtWashington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP)Registered for: Washington Regional Alcohol Program