MADD Strikes Again

As part of Tie One On, who is celebrating its 28^th anniversary, vehicles in the midlands across the country will be decorated with red ribbons in order to raise awareness against drunk driving.

“Drink Responsibly” What Does It Really Mean?

A study conducted by John Hopkins University in Baltimore, found that 87% of magazine ads for either beer or liquor contain some type of message that promotes the responsible and moderate use of alcohol.

St. Louis Man Sentenced To 7 Years For Drunk Driving Crash

Ricky Wood, 38, pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter, armed criminal action, second-degree assault, unlawful possession of a firearm, and careless and imprudent driving. He is now facing 7 years in prison.

Impaired Drivers Courses Gain Popularity

This year, the FCPD along with the Forest City Youth Council will be hosting the “Safe Roads Safe Home For The Holidays” event. The Forest City Police Department uses the DWI course to raise awareness on the effects and consequences that driving under the influence can have not only on teenagers but also adults.

MADD Fears For New Mexico

For a few years now, New Mexico has had a decrease in the amount of fatalities caused by drunk driving. Now that trend is at risk, says representative of Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

This year, there could be a significant increase in drunk driving fatalities. Ben Lewinger has been tracking yearly statistics and specifies how numbers have risen to at least 104 fatal wrecks to this day. From Thanksgiving to New Year is the peak time of the year where DWI crimes happen.

November 17th Is Red Ribbon Day

In support of a national initiative by MADD, the town of Cochrane has declared November 17^th the official Red Ribbon Day for the town. First responders, representatives of MADD and Taxi for You are all joining forces in order to promote awareness about the dangers of drunk driving.

This year, the new campaign aims to target the upcoming Holiday Season because socially, it’s the busiest time of the year and statistically speaking, there are more reports of drunk drivers and accidents on the streets.

The Future of Breathalyzers Is Here

Alcohoot LLC has just launched a new personal & portable Breathalyzer in 600 nationwide Target retail stores, as well as making the device available online.

New DWI Search Warrant

There will soon be a no refusal policy when it comes to DWI’s in Missouri. Green Courte deputies will now be able to seek search warrants for blood samples if they believe drivers are drunk or under the influence at checkpoints.

Yonkers Woman Goes Bonkers

In Harrison, NY, a woman from Yonkers was arrested for driving while intoxicated, resisting arrest, and assaulting a trooper. State police received a call around 2:00 AM about a vehicle that was spotted driving on its rims on I-684.

Teacher Killed by Drunk Driver

John Groves was driving recklessly and speeding, according to the Jacksonville Beach police. Groves had a blood alcohol level of 0.33 when he hit and killed Honda Accord driver, 27 years old, Bloneva Palmer.