Definitions
This section explains what certain words mean when used in Missouri's driving laws (sections 302.500 to 302.540). It defines things like alcohol concentration (how much alcohol is in a person's blood), what a driver's license is, and the difference between a suspension (license taken away for a set time) and a revocation (license fully ended, and a new one must be applied for after the period is up).
302.500. Definitions. — As used in sections 302.500 to 302.540, the following terms mean:
(1) "", the amount of alcohol in a person's blood at the time of the act alleged as shown by of the person's blood, breath, saliva or urine;
(2) "", the of the state of Missouri;
(3) "", the or his or her ;
(4) "Driver's " or "license", a license, , or to drive a motor vehicle issued under or granted by the laws of this state. The term includes any temporary license or , any , and the privilege of any person to drive a motor vehicle whether or not the person holds a valid license;
(5) "", the by formal of the department of a person's license. A license is not subject to renewal or restoration except that an for a new license may be presented and acted upon by the department after the expiration of the revocation period;
(6) "State", a state, territory, or possession of the United States, the of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and any province of Canada;
(7) "", the temporary withdrawal by formal action of the department of a person's license. The suspension shall be for a period specifically by the department the of sections 302.500 to 302.540.
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Source & history notes
(L. 1983 S.B. 318 & 135 § 2, A.L. 1989 1st Ex. Sess. H.B. 3, A.L. 2014 S.B. 491) Effective 1-01-17 (1992) For purposes of determining whether record was clear of alcohol related offenses for ten years, an alcohol related enforcement contact occurs when the formal action to withdraw a person's license is taken by the department and not at the future date when the suspension actually takes effect. Fowler v. Director of Revenue, State, 823 S.W.2d 134 (Mo. App.). (1996) It is not double jeopardy to be guilty of DWI in violation of section 577.010 and to suspend driving privileges pursuant to sections 302.500, et seq. State v. Mayo, 915 S.W.2d 758 (Mo.banc).
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