Windy Boy opposes MIP drivers license sanctions

Windy Boy opposes MIP sanctions

Tim Leeds

Senate delays action on license measure

The state Senate decided more work is needed on one piece of proposed DUI reform after some lawmakers argued it went too far in punishing minors issued tickets for possession of alcohol.

A measure to ban those under 18 from holding a driver's license if they are caught with alcohol quickly ran into trouble Friday as sponsors sought approval from the full Senate.

Sen. Jonathan Windy Boy, D-Box Elder, told the Senate the punishment is far too severe and argued the package of proposed DUI reform puts the Legislat...