Driving while intoxicated; refusal of tests, repeat offenders, ignition interlocks.

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Plain-English Summary

Driving while intoxicated; refusal of tests; repeat offenders; ignition interlocks. Permits a court to issue a restricted license with immediate installation of ignition interlock systems for certain offenders charged with driving while intoxicated, refusal of tests, or repeat offender violations. The bill also directs the Commission on the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program to convene a work group to evaluate the provisions governing driving or operating a motor vehicle under the influence …

Source: OpenStates · fetched April 23, 2026

Who it affects

Low-income / working-classindirect

May face financial hardship due to the cost of installing ignition interlock systems, which can be a barrier to obtaining a restricted license.

Formerly incarcerated or family ofindirect

May be impacted if their driving privileges are affected by DWI charges, potentially hindering employment or reintegration.(low confidence)

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Who This AffectsAI analysis

Low-income / working-classindirectModerate impactMedium certainty
May face financial hardship due to the cost of installing ignition interlock systems, which can be a barrier to obtaining a restricted license.
“immediate installation of ignition interlock systems”· Permits a court to issue a restricted license with immediate installation of ignition interlock systems for certain offenders charged with driving while intoxicated, refusal of tests, or repeat offender violations.
Formerly incarcerated or family ofindirectModerate impactLow certainty
May be impacted if their driving privileges are affected by DWI charges, potentially hindering employment or reintegration.
“offenders charged with driving while intoxicated, refusal of tests, or repeat offender violations”· Permits a court to issue a restricted license with immediate installation of ignition interlock systems for certain offenders charged with driving while intoxicated, refusal of tests, or repeat offender violations.

What the Bill Does

Allows courts to issue restricted licenses with immediate ignition interlock system installation for certain DWI-related offenses.
Directs the Commission on the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program to form a work group to evaluate DUI provisions.

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