Crimes and offenses; penalties for eluding or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer, penalties further provided

Summary

The bill upgrades the crime of fleeing from a law‑enforcement officer from a misdemeanor or lower‑level felony to a Class D felony, and adds higher felony classes when aggravating factors are present. It also sets mandatory minimum jail time for repeat offenders and requires license suspension. The changes aim to deter dangerous flight attempts and protect officers and the public.

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