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California AB 1687 mandates 6-year driver's license revocation for repeat DUI offenders causing injury

Original title: Driver's licenses: revocation.

August 30, 2026

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Where This Stands

Currently Unknown. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Introduced.

Last action
In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.May 27, 2026

Version history & redline

3 versions on file

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The Frame

What this does

This bill establishes a mandatory long-term license suspension for repeat offenders involved in injury-causing accidents, significantly extending the period these individuals are legally barred from operating motor vehicles.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Drivers with 4+ prior DUI convictions

These individuals face mandatory 6-year license revocation if they are convicted of a DUI causing bodily injury.

Department of Motor Vehicles

The agency is required to enforce the new revocation and ignition interlock monitoring standards starting in 2031.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 30, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

Starting January 1, 2031, the Department of Motor Vehicles must revoke the driving privileges of individuals convicted of a DUI that causes bodily injury if they have four or more prior DUI-related convictions within a 10-year period. Reinstatement is prohibited for at least 72 months, after which the driver must maintain a certified for an additional 72 months.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who does this law affect?
It specifically targets drivers who have four or more prior DUI convictions within a 10-year period and are subsequently convicted of a new DUI that causes bodily injury to another person.
How long will a license be revoked under this bill?
The license will be revoked for a minimum of 72 months (6 years) from the date of revocation.
What happens after the 72-month revocation period ends?
To have driving privileges reinstated, the individual must agree to maintain a functioning, certified in their vehicle for a mandatory 72-month period.

Why It Matters

This bill establishes a mandatory long-term license suspension for repeat offenders involved in injury-causing accidents, significantly extending the period these individuals are legally barred from operating motor vehicles.

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Connected Entities

organizationDepartment of Motor VehiclesThe state agency responsible for revoking and reinstating driving privileges.Map →

Sources

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openstates.org

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