Plain English Breakdown
The source text contains a sentence fragment ('Because driver support features engaged that...') which makes the exact grammatical link between automation levels and supervision requirements slightly unclear, though the meaning is inferred.
Defining 'Driving' for DUI Laws in Automated Vehicles
This law clarifies that moving an automated vehicle while under the influence counts as driving if a person must supervise it to stay safe.
What This Bill Does
- Defines "drive" to include the volitional movement of vehicles with specified levels of automation for DUI cases.
- Applies this definition when driver support features require a person to watch and control steering, braking, or acceleration to maintain safety.
Who It Names or Affects
- People operating vehicles with driver support features who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Law enforcement agencies handling DUI cases involving automated vehicles.
Terms To Know
- Driving automation
- Vehicle features that can steer, brake, or accelerate but still require a person to supervise them as needed for safety.
- Volitional movement
- The slight movement of the vehicle caused by human action, which existing law says is enough for a DUI violation.
Limits and Unknowns
- The bill does not list exactly what levels of driving automation are covered.
- The text states no state reimbursement is required but only mentions it is for a 'specified reason' without explaining that reason here.
- An effective date is not provided in the source material.