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29-A ME Rev Stat § 2416 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 2: JUDICIAL ACTIONS|Article 1: OFFENSES|29-A §2416. Registration suspension by court

 §2416. Registration suspension by court 1.  Required registration suspension; return of certificate and plates.  The court shall suspend the right to register a motor vehicle and all registration certificates and plates issued by the Secretary of State to any person convicted for a violation of section 2411 who has a previous conviction for OUI within the 10-year period defined by section 2402. The Secretary of State shall return the certificate of registration and plates to the defendant when the defendant's license and registration privileges have been restored.   [PL 1995, c. 368, Pt. AAA, §13 (AMD).] 2.  Exception for hardship.  Notwithstanding subsection 1, if a spouse or other family member regularly using a vehicle subject to suspension of registration establishes to the satisfaction of the court that hardship will result from that suspension, the court need not suspend the registration certificates and plates or the right to register that vehicle.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 3.  Reissuance of registration.  Notwithstanding a court order suspending a registration, the Secretary of State may restore a registration certificate and plates without fee during the remaining term of the registration to a spouse or other family member upon receipt of an affidavit authorizing the spouse or other family member to register the vehicle.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 1995, c. 368, §AAA13 (AMD).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2417 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 2: JUDICIAL ACTIONS|Article 1: OFFENSES|29-A §2417. Suspended registration

 §2417. Suspended registration A person commits a Class E offense if that person operates or permits another to operate a vehicle when the registration of that vehicle is suspended or revoked.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2418 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 2: JUDICIAL ACTIONS|Article 1: OFFENSES|29-A §2418. Other court suspension of driver's license

 §2418. Other court suspension of driver's license 1.  Court suspension.  In addition to or instead of any other penalty provided in this Title, the court may suspend a driver's license for a period not exceeding 60 days.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 2.  Judicial recommendations.  A judge may make a recommendation to the Secretary of State on suspension of licenses and certificates of registration as the judge considers to be in furtherance of justice.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2422 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 2: JUDICIAL ACTIONS|Article 2: FORFEITURE|29-A §2422. Impoundment of motor vehicles for OUI

 §2422. Impoundment of motor vehicles for OUI 1.  Impoundment of vehicle.  A motor vehicle may be seized if it is used by a person arrested for a violation of:   A. Section 2411; or   [PL 1997, c. 417, §1 (NEW).]B. Section 2412-A, when the suspension or revocation was for OUI or an OUI offense.   [PL 1997, c. 417, §1 (NEW).][PL 1997, c. 417, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Storage.  If a motor vehicle is seized, it must be held in secure storage by the seizing agency or at the direction of the arresting law enforcement officer.   [PL 1997, c. 417, §1 (NEW).] 3.  Release of vehicle.  The motor vehicle may be released after at least an 8-hour period and payment of any towing and storage fees.   [PL 1997, c. 417, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 368, §AAA14 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 417, §1 (RPR).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2432 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 2: JUDICIAL ACTIONS|Article 3: JUDICIAL PROCEDURES|29-A §2432. Alcohol level; confirmed positive drug or metabolite test results; evidentiary weight

 §2432. Alcohol level; confirmed positive drug or metabolite test results; evidentiary weight 1.  Level less than 0.05 grams.  If a person has an alcohol level of 0.05 grams or less of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood or 210 liters of breath, it is prima facie evidence that that person is not under the influence of alcohol.   [PL 2009, c. 447, §48 (AMD).] 2.  Level greater than 0.05 grams and less than 0.08 grams.  If a person has an alcohol level in excess of 0.05 grams of alcohol but less than 0.08 grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood or 210 liters of breath, it is admissible evidence, but not prima facie, indicating whether or not that person is under the influence of intoxicants to be considered with other competent evidence, including evidence of a confirmed positive drug or metabolite test result.   [PL 2011, c. 335, §4 (AMD).] 3.  Level of 0.08 grams or greater.  In proceedings other than under section 2411, a person is presumed to be under the influence of intoxicants if that person has an alcohol level of 0.08 grams or more of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood or 210 liters of breath.   [PL 2009, c. 447, §48 (AMD).] 4.  Confirmed presence of drug or drug metabolite.  If a person has a trace amount of any drug or the metabolites of any drug within the person's blood or urine in accordance with the drug reporting rules, standards, procedures and protocols adopted by the Department of Health and Human Services, it is admissible evidence, but not prima facie, indicating whether that person is under the influence of intoxicants to be considered with other competent evidence, including evidence of alcohol level.   [PL 2013, c. 459, §4 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 2009, c. 447, §48 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 335, §4 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 459, §4 (AMD).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2433 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 2: JUDICIAL ACTIONS|Article 3: JUDICIAL PROCEDURES|29-A §2433. Sentencing procedures

 §2433. Sentencing procedures 1.  Permissible considerations.  Notwithstanding the provisions of Title 17-A, section 9-A, in determining the appropriate sentence, the court shall consider whether the defendant operated with a passenger under 16 years of age, the record of convictions for criminal traffic offenses, adjudications of traffic infractions or suspensions of license for failure to submit to a test.   In determining the appropriate sentence, the court may rely on oral representations based on records maintained by the courts, the State Bureau of Identification or the Secretary of State, including telecommunications of records maintained by the Secretary of State.   If the defendant disputes the accuracy of a representation concerning a conviction or adjudication, the court shall grant a continuance to determine the accuracy of the record.   [PL 1999, c. 196, §4 (AMD).] 2.  Instructions at time of sentencing.  At the time of sentencing, the court shall provide the defendant with written instructions prepared by the Division of Driver Education Evaluation. The instructions must be written in plain and readable language and at a minimum include the following explanations:   A. The circumstances under which the Secretary of State may suspend a driver's license;   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]B. The different components of the process to have a driver's license restored, including a description of the components provided by state agencies and those provided by practitioners and counselors not employed by the State;   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]C. The role of the Driver Education Evaluation Program Appeals Board and the circumstances for an appeal to the board;   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]D. The differences between the procedures applicable to first offenders and multiple offenders and adults and those under 21 years of age;   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]E. When the Secretary of State may stay a suspension and grant a work-restricted license or other restricted or provisional license; and   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]F. The conditions of license restoration.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).][PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 196, §4 (AMD).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2435 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 2: JUDICIAL ACTIONS|Article 3: JUDICIAL PROCEDURES|29-A §2435. Stay pending appeal

 §2435. Stay pending appeal If a person's license is suspended as a result of a conviction of a crime other than under section 2411, or is suspended as a result of an adjudication of a traffic infraction and the person appeals from the conviction or adjudication, the execution of a suspension of the person's license must be stayed until disposition on appeal or withdrawal of the appeal, unless good cause is shown why the person should not be allowed to retain a license or right to operate.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2451 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 3: ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS|Article 1: SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|29-A §2451. Suspensions for OUI

 §2451. Suspensions for OUI 1.  Recording and notice by Secretary of State.  On receipt of an attested copy of the court record of a suspension of a license for OUI, the Secretary of State shall immediately record the suspension and send written notice of the suspension to the person whose license has been suspended.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 2.  Court failure to suspend.   [PL 1995, c. 368, Pt. AAA, §16 (RP).] 3.  Suspension period.  Unless a longer period of suspension is otherwise provided by law and imposed by the court, the Secretary of State shall suspend the license of a person convicted of OUI for the following minimum periods:   A. One hundred fifty days, if the person has one OUI conviction within a 10-year period;   [PL 2015, c. 329, Pt. A, §17 (RPR).]B. Three years, if the person has 2 OUI offenses within a 10-year period;   [PL 2015, c. 329, Pt. A, §17 (RPR).]C. Six years, if the person has 3 OUI offenses within a 10-year period;   [PL 2017, c. 229, §35 (AMD).]D. [PL 2009, c. 54, §3 (RP); PL 2009, c. 415, Pt. C, §§2, 3 (AFF).] E. Eight years, if the person has 4 or more OUI offenses within a 10-year period; or   [PL 2017, c. 229, §35 (AMD).]F. Ten years, if the person has a prior conviction for a Class B or Class C OUI offense pursuant to section 2411, subsection 1‑A, paragraph D, subparagraph (2).   [PL 2017, c. 229, §35 (NEW).]For the purposes of this subsection, a conviction or suspension has occurred within a 10-year period if the date of the new conduct is within 10 years of a date of suspension or imposition of sentence. The 10-year limitation does not apply to a prior conviction for a Class B or Class C OUI offense; the conviction may have occurred at any time.   [PL 2017, c. 229, §35 (AMD).] 4.  Consecutive suspensions.  A suspension under this section is consecutive to a suspension for failure to submit to a test required by this chapter.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 5.  Additional period of suspension for transporting passengers under 21 years of age.  Unless a court orders an additional period of license suspension of 275 days pursuant to section 2411, subsection 5, paragraph G, the Secretary of State shall impose an additional suspension period of 275 days for any failure to submit to a chemical test or for OUI if the person was operating the motor vehicle at the time of the offense with a passenger under 21 years of age.   [PL 1997, c. 737, §12 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 1995, c. 65, §§A153,C15 (AFF). PL 1995, c. 65, §B22 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 368, §§AAA16,17 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 737, §12 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 54, §§1-3 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 54, §7 (AFF). PL 2009, c. 415, Pt. C, §§2, 3 (AFF). PL 2013, c. 459, §5 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 604, §4 (AMD). PL 2015, c. 329, Pt. A, §17 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 229, §35 (AMD).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2452 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 3: ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS|Article 1: SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|29-A §2452. Suspension or revocation of school bus operator endorsement

 §2452. Suspension or revocation of school bus operator endorsement The Secretary of State shall:   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]1.  Permanent revocation.  Permanently revoke the school bus operator endorsement of any person convicted of OUI who operated a school bus, private school activity bus or multifunction school activity bus, as defined in section 2301, during the commission of the offense;   [PL 2013, c. 484, §3 (AMD).] 2.  Suspend for at least 3 years.  Suspend for a period of at least 3 years the school bus operator endorsement of any person convicted of a first OUI violation. The person whose school bus operator endorsement has been suspended for a first OUI violation may petition the Secretary of State to restore the endorsement after one year of the suspension has been completed. The petition must include a recommendation from the school superintendent that the endorsement be restored. The Secretary of State may grant the petition with any conditions, restrictions or terms determined to be in the interest of highway safety; and   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 3.  Suspend for at least 6 years.  Suspend for a period of at least 6 years the school bus operator endorsement of any person convicted of a 2nd or subsequent OUI violation within a 10-year period as defined by section 2402.   [PL 1995, c. 368, Pt. AAA, §18 (AMD).] This section applies to offenses that occur after the effective date of this section.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 1995, c. 368, §AAA18 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 484, §3 (AMD).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2456 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 3: ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS|Article 1: SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|29-A §2456. Negligently causing death; administrative suspension

 §2456. Negligently causing death; administrative suspension 1.  Suspension.  The Secretary of State shall immediately suspend the license of a person who negligently operates a motor vehicle in a manner as to cause the death of a person:   A. While under the influence of intoxicants;   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]B. While having an alcohol level of more than 0.08 grams per 100 milliliters of blood or 210 liters of breath; or   [PL 2009, c. 447, §51 (AMD).]C. Who subsequently fails to submit to a test subject to penalty under section 2521.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).][PL 2009, c. 447, §51 (AMD).] 2.  Period of suspension.  The period of suspension is 3 years, consecutive to any suspension imposed by the Secretary of State for failure to take a test. If a suspended license is subsequently revoked under section 2454 on charges arising out of the same occurrence, the length of suspension actually served under this section is deducted from the period of revocation imposed pursuant to that section.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 3.  Hearing issues.  A person whose license has been suspended under this section may request a hearing pursuant to section 2483. The scope of the hearing must include whether:   A. The person operated a motor vehicle;   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]B. The person, at that time, had an excessive alcohol level, or was under the influence of intoxicants or may be penalized for failure to submit to required chemical testing; and   [PL 2009, c. 447, §52 (AMD).]C. The person's negligent operation caused the death of another person.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).][PL 2009, c. 447, §52 (AMD).] 4.  Civil proceeding.  On receipt of a certified copy of the civil tort judgment that the person did not negligently cause the death of the other person, the Secretary of State shall terminate the suspension.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 2009, c. 447, §§51, 52 (AMD).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2460 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 3: ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS|Article 1: SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|29-A §2460. Reciprocity

 §2460. Reciprocity 1.  Resident driver's license.  The Secretary of State may suspend a resident driver's license or certificate of registration and plates if the resident has failed to:   A. Respond to a traffic citation issued by another state or province;   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]B. Appear in court in another state or province at the time specified by the court; or   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]C. Comply with a court order issued by another state or province.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).][PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 2.  Suspension by another jurisdiction.  If the Secretary of State is notified by another jurisdiction that a resident has had a license or registration suspended, revoked or annulled, the Secretary of State may suspend license or registration granted to that person in this State.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 3.  Nonresident violator compacts.  The Secretary of State may enter into and carry out the provisions of a nonresident violator compact with any jurisdiction of the United States or province.   [PL 1995, c. 65, Pt. A, §119 (AMD); PL 1995, c. 65, Pt. A, §153 (AFF); PL 1995, c. 65, Pt. C, §15 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF). PL 1995, c. 65, §A119 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 65, §§A153,C15 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2461 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 3: ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS|Article 1: SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|29-A §2461. Suspension for nonresident owner or operator

 §2461. Suspension for nonresident owner or operator 1.  Suspension by Secretary of State.  The Secretary of State may suspend the right of a nonresident owner or operator to operate a vehicle in this State for the same cause and under the same condition and in the same manner as that action could be taken against a resident owner or operator of a vehicle registered in this State.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 2.  Effect of suspension.  Upon suspension, the right of the nonresident owner or operator to operate a vehicle in this State terminates. The nonresident is subject to the same penalties as a resident who operates without a license or registration.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] 3.  Notice of suspension.  Notice of the suspension of a nonresident's right to operate must be sent to the motor vehicle department of the jurisdiction that issued the license or registration.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2462 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 3: ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS|Article 1: SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|29-A §2462. Administrative extension of suspension

 §2462. Administrative extension of suspension The Secretary of State may impose an additional period of suspension under section 2451, subsection 3, or may extend a period of suspension until satisfaction of any conditions imposed pursuant to article 4.   [PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. B, §5 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF).
29-A ME Rev Stat § 2464 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC|Chapter 23: MAJOR OFFENSES - SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|Subchapter 3: ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS|Article 1: SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION|29-A §2464. Causing serious bodily injury or death while license is suspended or revoked

 §2464. Causing serious bodily injury or death while license is suspended or revoked 1.  Accident involving injury; penalty.  A person who, while knowingly operating with a suspended or revoked license, in fact causes serious bodily injury as defined in Title 17-A, section 2, subsection 23 to another person commits a Class C crime.   [PL 2005, c. 606, Pt. A, §5 (NEW).] 2.  Accident involving death; penalty.  A person who, while knowingly operating with a suspended or revoked license, in fact causes the death of another person commits a Class B crime.   [PL 2005, c. 606, Pt. A, §5 (NEW).] 3.  Pleading and proof.  The State must prove that the defendant's operation of the motor vehicle caused the serious bodily injury under subsection 1 or death under subsection 2. The court shall apply Title 17-A, section 33 in assessing any causation under this section.   [PL 2005, c. 606, Pt. A, §5 (NEW).] 4.  License suspension.  Upon receipt of notice of conviction, the Secretary of State shall immediately suspend the license of a person who violates subsection 1 or 2. Notwithstanding any provision of law that imposes a period of license suspension shorter than that specified in this subsection, a person who violates this section is subject to the following period of license suspension:   A. For a violation of subsection 1, 5 years; and   [PL 2005, c. 606, Pt. A, §5 (NEW).]B. For a violation of subsection 2, 10 years.   [PL 2005, c. 606, Pt. A, §5 (NEW).]The period of suspension imposed pursuant to this subsection is consecutive to any suspension previously imposed by the Secretary of State or the court pursuant to this chapter.   [PL 2005, c. 606, Pt. A, §5 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 606, §A5 (NEW).