California

Sen. Jerry Hill Proposes Legislation For Vehicle Ignition Locks for Convicted Drunk Drivers

California state Sen. Jerry Hill (D-San Mateo) is proposing legislation that would require all Californians convicted of a DUI offense to install vehicle ignition locks that detect blood-alcohol levels.

The bill would expand a program already in use in four California counties, including Alameda County.

Under the plan, drivers would have to use the devices for six months on a first offense and for a year on a second conviction.

Hill said repeat offenders make up one-third of all DUI cases.

Hill said he will unveil more details Monday in Redwood City.

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