Cops step up watch Dec 23, 2008
Alabama Public Safety Director Col. J. Christopher Murphy said troopers will focus on curtailing impaired driving during the holidays ... He urged motorists to strictly obey all traffic laws and avoid impaired driving at all costs ... If holiday celebrations include alcohol, I strongly advocate designating a non-drinking driver or making other plans to avoid the tragic consequences of impaired driving. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Police department receives enforcement award Dec 21, 2008
Any loss on our roadways is one too many and this program will help to reduce the instances of impaired driving by our community s underage population ... For more information on impaired driving visit. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
POLICE NEWS / Patrols stepped up through holidays Dec 21, 2008
Each week on average 300 people are arrested for impaired driving in Massachusetts, Hussey said. A first-time conviction for drunk driving can cost more than $7,800, plus the expenses involved with insurance charges and attorney fees. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
OSP targets impaired drivers over holidays Dec 20, 2008
Report any suspected impaired driving by calling 1-800-24DRUNK (800-243-7865) or 911. Democrat-Herald. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Arlington Police encourage safe driving Dec 19, 2008
On average each week, 300 people are arrested for impaired driving in Massachusetts. A first-time conviction for drunk driving in Massachusetts can cost more than $7,800, plus the significant expenses involved with insurance surcharges and attorney services. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Accused drunk driver heads back to Poland Dec 19, 2008
Former Polish consul-general Tomasz Lis has been charged with two counts of impaired driving but he has returned to Poland and is unlikely to return for his Jan. 13 court date. Const. (The Province)
Province toughens drunk-driving rules Dec 19, 2008
British Columbia's Solicitor-General announced plans yesterday to crack down on impaired driving, broadening the required use of an electronic device that prevents a car from starting with a drunk driver behind the wheel. Beginning in February next year, people falling into three categories of suspected impaired drivers will be required to install an ignition interlock device on their vehicles for a minimum of one year. (Globe and Mail)
Local traffic safety campaign begins Dec. 19 Dec 18, 2008
EAST PEORIA - A grant-funded traffic safety campaign focusing on seat belt usage, speeding and impaired driving will be conducted Dec. 19 through Jan. 4 by the East Peoria Police Department. The campaign will take place in high-traffic areas of the city. (Pekin Times, IL)
Stay off the 'naughty list' Dec 18, 2008
From Dec. 19 to Jan. 4, 2009, the Ontwa Township-Edwardsburg Police Department, along with law enforcement agencies from across Michigan, will be cracking down on impaired driving ... In 2007, 382 people were killed in impaired driving crashes, and that is the ultimate price to pay for a bad decision," said Chief Wray.Drunk driving crackdowns are conducted throughout the year, concentrating on holiday weekends and high travel times.Last year over the Christmas and New Year's holiday there were... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Students visit city council meeting Dec 17, 2008
These students agreed that we, as a community, need to call upon all citizens, government agencies, business leaders, hospitals and health care providers, schools, and public and private institutions to promote awareness of the impaired driving problem, to support programs and policies to reduce the incidence of impaired driving, and to promote safer and healthier behaviors regarding the use of alcohol and other drugs this December and throughout the year ... People can help save lives by... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Pima County judge cited for DUI Dec 17, 2008
Kelly's attorney Michael Bloom says there is no allegation of bad or impaired driving and no allegation of an accident. Bloom added they are optimistic that when Kelly's blood is analyzed, he will be proven innocent. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Couillard dress may be sold Dec 17, 2008
MONTREAL -- The president of a volunteer driving service says the death of a Quebec woman who chauffeured inebriated partygoers home for a living is a reminder of the dangers of impaired driving. Cecile Descoteaux of Drummondville was killed while on the job Sunday in a head-on collision caused by a suspected drunk driver. (Peterborough Examiner)
Woman spent life battling drunk drivers Dec 16, 2008
Ms. Descoteaux's neighbour, Tammy-Lee Giroux, said yesterday the 60-year-old often spoke to her about the perils of impaired driving. "She was completely against people who drove drunk," said Ms. Giroux, who lives near Ms. Descoteaux's home northeast of Montreal. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Driving distractions cause crashes Dec 16, 2008
Impaired driving crashes are among the most preventable; simply decide not to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. It is estimated that every driver makes approximately 200 decisions for every mile of driving. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Wrong-way drivers among weekend busted Dec 16, 2008
Two drivers nabbed going the wrong way on a one-way downtown street were among several charged with impaired driving on the weekend as the holiday season approaches. London police charged seven people with impaired driving, including two drivers who were both caught going against traffic on King Street, said Sgt. Tom OBrien of the traffic management unit. (London Free Press)
Target practice in club parking lot Dec 15, 2008
The Scarborough driver, 21, currently charged with impaired driving, faces a slew of others, including flight from police and failure to remain. Kumar Singh said the wild night began when his 28-year-old son and two buddies left the nightclub and found themselves in a dispute nvolving the four or five men in the van and bouncers. (Toronto Sun)
More of this story Dec 14, 2008
In addition to saving lives and avoiding injury and property damage, preventing impaired driving reduces the costs of insurance, health care, frees law enforcement personnel to take care of other threats in the community and relieves the overburdened court and jail systems, Esser said. In Washington County we average 22 impaired driving charges each month. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
5 Questions: SADD clubs address more than underage drinking Dec 13, 2008
But underage drinking and impaired driving are still a big part of their mission ... Question: What have you been doing this school year to create more awareness of impaired driving among your classmates. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Airport death not caused by tasers, B.C. says Dec 13, 2008
Constable Benjamin Robinson has been accused of impaired driving in connection with a traffic accident, while off duty, that killed a 21-year-old man in October. He has not been charged. (Globe and Mail)
Delta woman charged with impaired driving in girl's death Dec 12, 2008
Delta woman charged with impaired driving in girl's death ... Delta woman charged with impaired driving in girl's death ... The counts against Carol Berner, 56, allege impaired driving causing death and bodily harm and dangerous driving causing death and bodily harm, Delta police said Thursday. (CBC.ca)
Another RCMP officer faces impaired driving charges, force admits Dec 11, 2008
VANCOUVER The RCMP's top B.C. spokesman blames an "internal communications breakdown" for his unit's failure to learn until yesterday that yet another officer is facing impaired driving charges, and that he cannot be sure other officers in the province are not in similar legal difficulties. The department had said in recent weeks that three Mounties were facing impaired driving charges ... The new case involves Constable Kulwant Malhi, a 10-year member of the force facing charges of impaired... (Globe and Mail)
County Unit to Use DWI Search Warrants Dec 11, 2008
Reader CommentsAdded: Wednesday December 10, 2008 at 05:42 AM ESTDefendents Right to an AttorneyThis all sounds like a possible solution to an impaired driving problem however I believe the constitution guarantees the right to have an attorney present and in many cases the attorney isn't available until many hours after the fact. The Leonard Little case comes to mind. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Drunk driving crackdown Dec 11, 2008
"Impaired driving remains the No. 1 criminal cause of death in Canada. The police are committed to changing this," said Const. Dave Babineau, traffic services media relations officer, in a release on Monday. (Burnaby Now)
Fresno Christian High graduate killed in Long Beach Dec 10, 2008
Long Beach police arrested Brown on suspicion of manslaughter, reckless and impaired driving, according to the Long Beach newspaper. Long Beach police did not return several calls seeking additional details. (Fresno Bee)
RCMP charge 30 people with impaired driving Dec 10, 2008
RCMP charged 30 people with impaired driving offences during the opening week of its Christmas checkstop program in Manitoba. RCMP checked 3,318 vehicles during 93 checkstops across the province, laying charges of impaired driving, driving over ... In comparison, RCMP checked 2,347 vehicles and charged 18 people with impaired driving during the opening week of the 2007 campaign. (Winnipeg Sun)
RIDE snares three impaired drivers Dec 9, 2008
Police have laid two impaired driving charges as well as a single impaired driving by drug charge. Police discovered 18 infractions of the Highway Traffic Act. (Innisfil Journal)
At No. 10, Crow Wing stays on list of 13 deadliest counties for impaired driving Dec 6, 2008
DPS said the state's 13 deadliest counties for impaired driving accounted for nearly half of the state's alcohol-related deaths (272) and serious injuries (663) during 2005-07 ... From 2004-08, more than 1,320 NightCAP enforcement efforts in the deadliest counties for impaired driving resulted in 11,394 DWI arrests; 74,347 traffic citations; and 172,517 traffic stops ... December is one of the deadliest months of the year for impaired driving in Minnesota. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Police patrols issued numerous citations Dec 5, 2008
During the two-week patrol eight seat belt patrols and four impaired driving patrols were conducted. "With more Hoosiers on the road during the Thanksgiving holiday, the Rensselaer Police Department dedicated more than 64 hours of overtime to prevention of traffic related fatalities and injuries," Phillips said. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Police gear up for anti-drunk driving campaign Dec 5, 2008
Alexander said OPD officers will also be on the lookout for drunk drivers since, statistically, the department sees an increase in impaired driving over the holiday season. This increase has gotten statewide and national attention as well. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Annual RIDE program under way Dec 4, 2008
The Orangeville Police Service launched their annual Holiday Season RIDE campaign on Nov. 21, when the officer stopped over 200 vehicles and made two arrests for impaired driving arrests. A third impaired driving incident occurred after the night's program had concluded ... As a result of the RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program, a 46-year-old Orangeville man and a 19-year-old Palgrave man were arrested and charged with impaired driving offences. (Orangeville Citizen)
Another pair charged by RIDE Dec 3, 2008
By: The Mississauga News December 2, 2008 11:56 AM - Two more motorists were charged with impaired driving as the Peel Regional Police holiday season RIDE campaign continued last night ... Last night, Amarpreet Pahuja, 27, of Mississauga, was charged with impaired driving and refusing a breath sample, and Jasver Singh, 30, of Brampton, was charged with impaired driving and excess blood alcohol. (Mississauga News)
Don't mix drinking and driving with your holiday cheer Dec 2, 2008
That signals the start of the Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program by police services across the GTA and the Ontario Provincial Police ... Strongly supported by anti-drinking and driving groups such as Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and the Ontario Community Council on Impaired Driving (OCCID), we should all be aware that RIDE spot checks are conducted on a year-round basis and the Festive RIDE program merely increases the number of spot checks being conducted on city... (insideTORONTO.com)
Boy clinging to life after weekend stabbing in Oshawa Dec 2, 2008
It includes convictions for impaired driving, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, causing a disturbance and repeated failures to comply with court orders. Neighbours believe the Kellys were given custody of Steven because of Petralia's mental-health problems. (CTV.ca)
OPP Launch RIDE Program Just In Time For The Holidays Nov 30, 2008
This year's R.I.D.E. program was only hours old when another person was charged with impaired driving after a near Avenue Road ... Project R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) launched Saturday and will run until January 2. (CityNews)
Metro Board of Commissioners Approves Fare Increase Nov 30, 2008
To further cut down on impaired driving fatalities, law enforcement units are adding emphasis to nabbing DWI offenders ... This is just one of the many examples of work the coalition supports to increase DWI enforcement this holiday season and decrease impaired driving fatalities and injuries ... Each message portrays the consequences of an impaired driving conviction. (Saint Louis Front Page)
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Local law enforcement agencies such as Atmore, Flomaton, Brewton and East Brewton traditionally focus on impaired driving enforcement during the holidays, and Alabama s troopers plan to uphold that life-saving tradition. The program began Monday and lasts through Sunday. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Change the rules Nov 29, 2008
Overconfidence, speeding, impaired driving, distrac tion and inexperience are among the most common reasons. New Jersey is no different. (NJ.com -- Times)
Alberta law allows courts to seize, auction property used in crime Nov 28, 2008
Because impaired driving is a Criminal Code violation, a motorist could lose his or her vehicle under the act ... "If the legislation purports to seize vehicles on the basis of allegations only, I think it's problematic in my view and I think in the view of everyone," said Calgary criminal defence lawyer Greg Dunn, who deals mainly with impaired driving cases. (CBC.ca)
Don't Get Grinched This Holiday With an Offence Nov 27, 2008
"During the holidays we see a substantial increase of people charged with impaired driving and stunt driving offences." The penalties for these offences can be severe including steep fines, licence suspension, vehicle impoundment and imprisonment ... When it comes to impaired driving, having that extra glass of wine at a holiday party is not the only thing that can compromise your driving ability says Dotsikas ... "All it takes is one charge of impaired driving to change your life forever."... (Canada Newswire)
Police reports Nov. 26 Nov 27, 2008
The OPP will begin their annual Festive Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) initiative at 12:01 a.m. on Friday ... Impaired driving continues to be the leading criminal cause of death in Canada, said OPP commissioner Julian Fantino ... The RIDE program has proved to be an effective deterrent and important tool to educate the driving public about the dangers of impaired driving. (Huntsville Forester)
National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month, 2008 Nov 27, 2008
The NHTSA has extended their "Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest." campaign through the holiday season, and we must continue to be vigilant in stopping impaired driving throughout the year. In addition, the Office of National Drug Control Policy is working hard to ensure that our law enforcement officers have the tools they need to detect when drivers are under the influence of drugs. (White House News Releases)
BPD Sets Up DUI Checkpoint Nov 27, 2008
A major component of these checkpoints is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers. Funding for this program was provided by a grant for the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (KERO 23, CA)
OPP launches month-long Festive RIDE campaign Friday Nov 25, 2008
AURORA, ON, Nov. 25 /CNW/ - The OPP begins its annual Festive Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) campaign at 12:01 a.m. Friday ... "Impaired driving continues to be the leading criminal cause of death in Canada," Commissioner Julian Fantino said ... "Ontario roads are among the safest in North America," Chief Superintendent Bill Grodzinski, Commander of the OPP's Highway Safety Division said, "but we are working hard every day to make them even safer. The RIDE program has proved to be an... (Canada Newswire)
Nova Scotia toughens suspensions for impaired drivers Nov 25, 2008
"Impaired driving took the lives 32 Nova Scotians in 2007. This measure will support our collective efforts to prevent these tragedies and the lasting impact on the people left behind," said Murray Scott, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal ... "Officers across the province see first hand the devastating effects of impaired driving and we know that driving at even a lower level of impairment poses significant risks," said Halifax Regional Police Chief Frank Beazley ... "We... (Halifax News Net)
Proposed legislation age discrimination: teen Nov 22, 2008
I, for one, would like to congratulate the government on taking action against impaired driving. What I will not do, though, is condone the rest of this absurd new legislation. (Sudbury Star)
State troopers launch holiday campaign Nov 22, 2008
Law enforcement agencies nationwide traditionally focus on impaired driving enforcement during the holidays, and Alabama s troopers plan to uphold that life-saving tradition, Murphy said. Troopers care about your safety. (Madison County Record, AL)
Save a Life Tour brings message about drunk driving Nov 21, 2008
The presentation included an impaired driving simulator where participants learned the effects of alcohol on driving skills. Each participant received an "I'll take the keys" bracelet and a "ticket" indicating if they passed the driving test, received a DUI or were involved in a fatal collision. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Manitoba to boost spending, attack bad driving Nov 21, 2008
New measures to crack down on street racing and impaired driving. The eventual phase-out of logging inside provincial parks. (Globe and Mail -- National)
IMAGE grant to offer police help with safety patrols Nov 20, 2008
Although seat belt usage is a large part of the grant's focus, impaired driving, speeding over the posted limit and general traffic violations also will be addressed by police. Taylor and Nichols urge drivers to buckle up, don't drink and drive, and obey the traffic laws. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
OPP supports National Day of Remembrance for crash victims Nov 19, 2008
Fatalities related to impaired driving are down 40 per cent in Ontario this year, Fantino said, "but we have seen at least three major collisions in the past two months where impaired drivers going the wrong way on major highways caused fatal collisions." To date in 2008, 45 people have been killed in collisions on OPP-patrolled roads where alcohol was a major contributing factor compared to 75 fatalities for the same period last year. Overall, fatalities on provincial roads are down 29. (Canada Newswire)
Sheriffs line up 3,100 to deport to be deport Nov 19, 2008
More than 1,200 of those who are now facing deportation were stopped for traffic violations other than impaired driving ... A state law that went into effect in January requires all sheriffs to ask about the immigration status of anyone arrested for a felony or impaired driving. (News & Observer)
Wind River Indian Reservation cracks down on DUI Nov 18, 2008
Lorrie Pozarik, facilitator for Gov. Dave Freudenthal's council on impaired driving, said the council wants to see the state Legislature revise state law to target repeat offenders. "High BAC multiple offenders cause the most carnage on the highways, statistically," Pozarik said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Another cop arrested for drunk-driving Nov 18, 2008
"We don't tolerate impaired driving in the City of Vancouver," said Fanning. "It doesn't matter who we pull over. We treat everybody the same way." The driver was given a 60-day driving ban and will be re-assigned. (The Province)
Anger grows over West Van cops who quit force day before ... Nov 15, 2008
In their report to the police complaints commissioner, Fontaine and Bruce failed to mention that Alford had been drinking at the West Vancouver station the night she was arrested for impaired driving. Parker was asked to work on the case by the police complaint commissioner in November 2006. (The Province)
Two years of house arrest for Woodbine jockey Nov 14, 2008
Clark, 55, had pleaded guilty in April to charges of impaired driving causing death and impaired driving causing bodily harm. The charges stemmed from an accident on May 16, 2006, in which Clark's vehicle struck one traveling in the opposite direction. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
NH unveils mobile DUI command post Nov 14, 2008
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- New Hampshire has a new tool to fight impaired driving, and it will be hard to miss. It's a mobile command unit the size of a large mobile home, and it's filled with all the amenities of a police station, including a cell that can hold a dozen people. (Concord Monitor)
Law enforcement crackdown on impaired drivers Nov 13, 2008
Through high-visibility patrols, sobriety checkpoints and other enforcement efforts designed to deter impaired driving particularly during the high-risk nighttime hours, law enforcement officers across the state will be on the look out for those who drive while impaired or intoxicated during this high-risk time. We continue to see the abuse of prescription drugs while driving, said Rensselaer Police Chief Jeff Phillips. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Organized crime branching out Nov 13, 2008
He said the RCMP is working hard to reform its internal structures and procedures in light of public controversies such as the Maher Arar case, a controversy in B.C. over the Tasering death of Robert Dziekanski, and a recent allegation against a Mountie for impaired driving causing death. "I think that the incidents that you refer to are very serious incidents," Elliott told reporters after his speech. (Vancouver Sun)
A come-down from the high Nov 11, 2008
Marijuana is associated with impaired driving, problems with memory and learning, and poor mental health. Among college students use is widespread. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Level of police misconduct 'not an anomaly' Nov 8, 2008
VANCOUVER It's an alarming list of proven police misconduct, including cases of B.C. municipal officers involved in impaired driving, "inappropriate sexual advances" toward the wives of senior officers and outright rude behaviour such as demeaning a mall security guard and accessing a fellow officer's e-mail without permission ... An RCMP officer was recently accused of impaired driving in a fatal traffic incident in Tsawwassen, and a New Westminster police officer stands accused of impaired... (Globe and Mail -- National)
Media Advisory - Insurance Bureau of Canada teams up with Operation Red Nose to combat impaired driving this holiday season across Nova Scotia Nov 7, 2008
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/R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - Too drive to drunk home? Had a f-f-f-few too many? - Insurance Bureau of Canada teams up with Ontario Safety League to combat impaired driving this holiday season/ Nov 6, 2008
- Insurance Bureau of Canada teams up with Ontario Safety League to combat impaired driving this holiday season ... - Insurance Bureau of Canada teams up with Ontario Safety League to combat impaired driving this holiday season. (Canada Newswire)
Ontario RAID - Citizens can Assist OPP and Local Police Services by Reporting all Impaired Drivers Nov 5, 2008
TORONTO, Nov. 5 /CNW/ - "We have all heard the don't drink and drive message countless times, yet 80,000 Canadians a year still choose to drive after they have been drinking. Their irresponsible choices result in thousands of charges and, tragically, hundreds of deaths and serious injuries. Many families have suffered the heartbreak of losing a loved one to an impaired driver," said Doug Abernethy founder Ontario RAID. The Ontario Provincial Police, in partnership with Ontario RAID (Report All... (Canada Newswire)
MADD Project Red Ribbon 2008 begins Nov 3, 2008
"We would like to see Canadians get involved in the fight against impaired driving. Call 911 if you see a suspected impaired driver and report the incident to the police. In this way the immediate danger of an impaired driving crash can be removed from the road." Miller adds, "You never know, by phoning 911 you may be saving a life." ... The annual ribbon campaign is one of the most visible public awareness drives against impaired driving during the Christmas and New Year's holiday season ...... (Miramichi Leader)
Police shouldn’t jump to conclusions Nov 3, 2008
"Actually, THIS incident seems to have stemmed from your husband's inability to keep his car on the road EVEN SOBER!It seems you are enabling a problem your husband has with deciding when he should or should not operate a vehicle. This isn't about oppresion or alcohol or drugs. The reason the cops are concerned is because they are often the first responders to accidents caused by people in you husband's state that day and at least the other TWO times he was busted ... you haven't offered the... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
