New laws take effect for California motorists in 2026

The California Department of Motor Vehicles Friday announced several new laws which motorists should be aware of in the new year.

  • AB 366 (Petrie-Norris): Extends the statewide Ignition Interlock Device Pilot Program, a breathalizer preventing a vehicle’s ignition from starting with the presence of alcohol on the breath, for DUI offenders to Jan. 1, 2033.
  • AB 1087 (Patterson): Increases the term of probation from two years to between three and five years for those convicted of vehicular manslaughter or gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.
  • AB 382 (Berman): Lowers the school zone speed limit from 25 to 20 mph to help reduce speeding.
  • AB…

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