Proposed Nevada legislation “Jaya’s Law” aims to make wrong-way driving a criminal offense

Jan Brooks, a grieving father who lost his daughter Jaya in a tragic wrong-way driving accident, shared his emotional story during a legislative hearing. The crash, which also took the lives of two others, prompted Assemblymember Brian Hibbetts to introduce “Jaya’s Law” aimed at making wrong-way driving a misdemeanor offense in Nevada.
The bill, AB 111, would change the current civil infraction for wrong-way driving to a criminal offense. Wrong-way crashes, like the one that killed Jaya, are unfortunately not uncommon, with hundreds of reports and fatalities recorded in 2024 alone.
Hibbetts emphasized the need for stricter penalties to deter reckless driving behavior and prevent further tragedies. Police and firefighter associations expressed support for the bill, highlighting the importance of holding wrong-way drivers accountable for their actions.
Jaya’s grandmother, Andrea Raney, emphasized the impact of stricter laws in reducing the number of crashes and saving lives. Jan Brooks described his daughter as a beautiful soul with a purpose in life, expressing the pain and loss he continues to carry.
If passed, “Jaya’s Law” aims to honor Jaya’s memory and prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future. The proposed legislation has received widespread support and is seen as a crucial step towards promoting road safety in Nevada.

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