Bill No.: HB0029                  Drafter:  DKG

LSO No.:  07LSO-0145              Effective Date:  7/1/2007

Enrolled Act No.:  HEA0073

Chapter No.:

Prime Sponsor:     Representative Buchanan

Catch Title:       Fleeing to elude a peace officer.

Subject:  Penalties for eluding a peace officer.

Summary/Major Elements:

· Increases the penalty for eluding a peace officer from a maximum of ninety days to six months, plus a fine of up to $750.

· Includes eluding a peace officer enforcing watercraft violations as an offense for which a surcharge for victim's compensation may be assessed (general eluding offense was already included).