HB686Introduced in the House of Delegates
Vehicle Laws - Eluding Police - Penalties (Zoey's Law)
Introduced by Nicole Williams, District 22
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Altering penalties for attempting to elude a police officer when that attempt results in the death of another person by classifying a violation of the Act as a felony and, for a first offense, providing a term of imprisonment of up 5 rather than 10 years and a fine or both and, for a second or subsequent offense, imprisonment of up to 10 years or a fine not to exceed $5,000 or both.
Where it stands
Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m.
February 5, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
First Reading Judiciary
Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m.
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