An Act Regarding Penalties For Violation Of The Law Governing Distracted Driving When The Violation Results In The Death Or Significant Injury Of Another Person

LD 1886 amends Maine law to add specific license suspension penalties for drivers whose distracted driving causes significant injury or death. If a driver’s distraction causes significant injury, their license may be suspended for up to 180 days; if it causes death, suspension ranges from one to three years. Courts may reduce these periods for extenuating circumstances. The bill directly affects drivers convicted of distracted driving who cause severe harm, strengthening penalties for these specific outcomes under existing distracted driving laws.