Drunken-driving penalties: Not so fast

March 28, 2009 at 2:27AM

Now: Under current law, drivers can lose their licenses, have their license plates impounded or even forfeit their vehicles soon after being arrested for refusing or failing a breath test.

Proposed: Under legislation moving through the House, none of those sanctions could take effect until drivers are convicted or plead guilty to an impaired driving offense.

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