State v. Breed

BURNETT, Judge.

This appeal poses an equal protection challenge to Idaho statutes authorizing suspension of driving privileges. Idaho Code § 18-8002 provides that if a motorist refuses a lawful request to take a blood-alcohol test, his driving privileges must be suspended for 120 days. Idaho Code § 18-8005 provides that if a motorist is convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol, his driving privileges will be suspended for a period determined by the court; however, the court is authorized to permit limited driving for employment or family health needs during such suspension. Today we…