Reduces penalties for driving while suspended if the suspension is due to a conviction for criminal mischief resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle or reckless driving.

What it does: Digest: The Act changes laws about crime and sentencing. The Act takes effect when the Governor signs it. (Flesch Readability Score: 78.7). Reduces penalties for driving while suspended if the suspension is due to a conviction for criminal mischief resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle or reckless driving. Punishes by a maximum of $2,000 fine. Increases the crime category, for the sentencing guidelines grid of the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission, for felony fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer when the defendant has a prior conviction or causes injury. (official summary)

Question before the chamber: Rules suspended. Third reading. Carried by Kropf. Passed.

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