Taimoor Rana is seasoned criminal defense attorney specializing in DUI related cases. He shares his expert legal opinion here « Governor Jim Doyle Signs Tougher DUI Bill into Law
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- A new bill has been signed by Governor Jim Doyle, which introduces a law that cracks down on drunk drivers in Wisconsin. Senate Bill 66 passed unanimously in both houses of the state legislature, and Governor Jim Doyle, made it official.
According to the new tough drunk driving law, it is a felony for a fourth offense, requiring ignition interlock devices for second offenders, or high blood alcohol levels for first time offenders.
Moreover, it criminalizes a first offense if a child under 16 is in the vehicle.
Wisconsin has followed the country for many years in drunk driving legislation, and according to people, it’s time our state sobers up.
The new law also calls for treatment programs and counseling, which is much cheaper than jail-time.
Representative Penny Bernard Shaber (D) Appleton said that "We’re looking at the prevention of more problems by stopping the first-time offender, with ignition interlock devices, and by providing treatment right up front, so we can stop them."
Let’s hope that the new strict law stops people from getting drunk and driving, especially in the holiday season and results in fewer accidents.
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