SB172 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Greg AlbrittonSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Driving Under the Influence, ignition interlock requirements, time requirements and period of probation subject to Section 32-5A-191, CA 1975, Sec. 15-22-54 am'd.

Summary

SB172 clarifies probation periods for DUI cases with ignition interlock, requiring interlock time to be counted as part of the probation under the DUI law.

What This Bill Does

Keeps the general probation limits of two years for misdemeanors and five years for felonies, but notes exceptions for ignition interlock requirements and as specified by the DUI law. Specifically requires that for defendants convicted of DUI who are subject to ignition interlock, the probation period should be governed by the DUI law and include the time needed to meet ignition interlock requirements. References and aligns concepts from Act 2015-185 and Section 32-5A-191 to ensure interlock time is counted toward probation.

Who It Affects

• DUI offenders who are required to install or maintain ignition interlock devices, as their probation may now include the interlock period under the DUI law.
• Courts and probation officers in Alabama, who must apply the clarified rule and monitor and count ignition interlock time toward a DUI defendant's probation.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: Amends Section 15-22-54 to set maximum probation periods (two years for misdemeanors, five years for felonies) with exceptions for ignition interlock requirements and as specified in the DUI law, and to reference Act 2015-185.
• Provision 2: Adds a specific clause (subsection i) stating that for DUI defendants subject to ignition interlock, the probation period shall include the time required to meet ignition interlock requirements under Section 32-5A-191.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Criminal Law and Procedure