Because the number of people requiring treatment will likely not change, there will probably be a reduction in the treatment period from twelve months to three. Professionals working with addiction say that the length of engagement is critical for effectiveness, and that a shortening of the programs could cause a rise in recidivism.

The decision to cut the funds comes after the passage of a new law requiring those with a third DUI conviction, rather than the fourth, to enter an alcohol treatment program. That is expected to add as many as 200 people to the rolls of those under treatment. Participants in the program may be required to pay some of the expenses. State lawmakers and officials hope local resources can fill in the gaps.

Treatment professionals, corrections officials and a few lawmakers hope that public safety concerns will help resurrect the funds and thus the DUI treatment programs. The issue could become one of the focuses of a new Kansas DUI commission established to review the state’s drunk driving laws.

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State law requires equipment issued to law enforcement agencies be approved by the US Department of Transportation. Unauthorized changes in the equipment after the rigorous review process would void that approval. Florida DUI laws further stipulate that an officer can only request a breath test using approved equipment.

Florida DUI defense attorneys have long questioned both the authorization of the Intoxilyzer 8000 and its accuracy. The recent ruling gives them a stronger challenge in court.

Because of the court order, motorists stopped for suspicion of drunk driving in Manatee County Florida are not required to submit to a breath test. Testing can only be done on an approved machine. Previously, those refusing to submit to a breath test were subject to suspension of their driver’s licenses.

CMI of Kentucky, Inc, manufacturer of the Intoxilyzer 8000, has been in court battles across the country regarding the computer source code used in its equipment and changes to the software without state approval. Minnesota recently ruled that the company must make the source code available to DUI defense attorneys. In June, Sarasota judges found discrepancies in the specifications of the machines used by local law enforcement.

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In the mid-90’s the California Department of Motor Vehicles began suspending the privilege to drive a vehicle following a BUI conviction. That action was stopped following a 2008 decision by the California Court of Appeals that the DMV lacked the authority to do so. Senate Bill 154 aims to reinstate the license suspension penalty. The legislation calls for the DMV to suspend driving privileges for those with a prior conviction for California DUI or BUI when found guilty of a subsequent offense. Offenders would also be required to complete an alcohol education program.

State records show that approximately one quarter of all deaths on California waterways involves alcohol impairment. Benoit issued a press release stating, “My legislation reflects the seriousness of BUI offenses, protecting the safety of travelers on California’s streets, highways and waterways.” The bill was passed by the Senate in late May and received support from the Assembly Committee on Public Safety last week. It is now scheduled for review by the full Assembly.

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The 26-year old relief pitcher is from Venezuela. He signed with the Dodgers last January as a free agent, after pitching two seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

The Dodgers organization expressed disappointment in the CA DUI arrest and offered to provide any help they can. Coach Joe Torre felt it best for Belisario to seek legal guidance from a California DUI defense lawyer before commenting on the situation.

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The units costs about $4000 each and they will allow officers to quickly test blood alcohol content of those suspected of drunk driving. Previously, investigators had to wait for a specially equipped patrol car with breath testing equipment to arrive on a NV DUI scene.

According to statistics from the Reno police department, the number of Nevada DUI arrests in the area was down 9.5% in 2008. Accidents related to being under the influence of alcohol or drugs dropped 11.6%. The reductions are attributed to increased awareness of the dangers of drinking and driving as well as DUI enforcement activities.

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Missing tire and DUI in California – An unidentified man was charged with drunk driving in California after he crashed into a guardrail and kept driving on just three tires. Sparks from the fourth rim started 20 small fires along a two mile path, burning a total of six acres, before the California Highway Patrol could apprehend the suspect.

Oklahoma DUI defendant arrives at court drunk – James Lee appeared at a Claremore court for his case of driving under the influence in Oklahoma, but he was so drunk that he was taken to a hospital instead. His blood alcohol content was nearly four times the legal limit. Police plan on adding charges of public intoxication to his arrest record.

Georgia DUI defendant arrives at court drunk – An unidentified 28-year old woman appeared at her court date for driving under the influence in GA. During a routine security check however, a Milton court bailiff detected alcohol and the woman was promptly held in contempt of court charge and sentenced to two days in jail.

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]]> http://www.dui.com/dui-library/news/texting-more-dangerous-than-dui Study shows texting while driving adversely impacts reaction times. Monica Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:28:10 -0500 A study conducted by ‘Car and Driver’ shows that texting while driving is significantly more dangerous than driving under the influence of alcohol drugs. Drivers texting messages are 3-4 times slower than drunk drivers to apply brakes to avoid a collision.

Previous studies conducted in vehicle simulators have shown that texting impairs a driver’s skills. Car and Driver decided to conduct a study in actual vehicles and directly compare reaction times of those texting with those under the influence of alcohol. Using an airfield taxiway, drivers were required to react to a light mounted at eye-level on the windshield, simulating brake lights of an advance vehicle. Vehicle speed, brake pedal position and steering angle were all monitored, and baselines for the test were established. Data was collected as drivers responded to the dash light five times, with the slowest reaction time being dropped. First the drivers performed the test while texting. They then consumed alcohol until their blood alcohol content registered .08%, the legal limit for intoxication in most states, and repeated the test without cell phones.

In one set of results, a driver’s response time while texting nearly tripled his baseline response. The extra reaction time while impaired was only .04 second more than his baseline. At 70 miles per hour, the subject’s vehicle traveled an additional 319 feet while texting, and 17 extra feet while impaired by alcohol.

One national insurance provider estimates that 20% of drivers regularly send text messages or emails while driving.

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Motorists who decline to be tested will have their driver’s licenses suspended for one year. Police must have probable cause to suspect alcohol contributed to the accident.

The new Tennessee DUI law applies only to those who caused an accident with injury or death to someone other than themselves. Other motorists stopped for suspected TN DUI will still have the constitutional right to refuse a blood, breath or urine test to check BAC.

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Calloway will be a senior next season and was listed as the starting right tackle during spring practice sessions. He has been suspended for one game by coach Kirk Ferentz. The school has also required Calloway to complete alcohol counseling classes and perform community service before rejoining the football team.

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Maney reportedly smelled of alcohol and he failed several field sobriety tests. His blood alcohol content registered .07% on a breathalyzer, just below the legal limit for intoxication. Maney was charged with driving while ability impaired or DWAI, a traffic offense that can result in fines and points against one’s driving record. He was also charged with making an illegal u-turn on the bridge and failing to comply with police lights and siren.

Maney is scheduled for arraignment on July 7. He has been on the Albany County Family Court for 18 years, and was back on the bench the day after his arrest.

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Investigating California Highway Patrol officers said Galiher had a strong odor of alcohol and that his eyes were red and bloodshot. The pastor admitted to having consumed two glasses of red wine prior to the 10:00 pm accident. Galiher failed several field sobriety tests and was booked on two counts of driving under the influence in California.

Galiher is the head pastor of the Trinity Music City Church, a place of worship at the Christian theme park owned by TBN in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Just four days before the accident, Galiher appeared in ‘Behind the Scenes’, a show where TBN head Paul Crouch visits with his many ministers.

In late May Galiher entered a plea of guilty in Orange County Superior Court to California DUI with injury and CA DUI with a BAC in excess of .08% with injury. He is scheduled to be sentenced next December and he is free on $100,000 bail. Galiher remains in the employ of TBN. His 70-year old victim remains hospitalized, unable to walk, with four broken ribs, a broken arm, a broken leg and pins in his vertebrae.

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Simmons denies being under the influence of drugs or alcohol. He demanded a breathalyzer test which the officers did not administer. A blood sample was taken, though the results will not be known for several weeks. Simmons claims he lost control of his vehicle during a sneezing fit caused by allergies and black pepper on the catfish he had just consumed.

The murder trial was halfway through jury selection when the arrest occurred. Simmons was ordered to reimburse the county $318 it had to pay potential jury members. He apologized to the court, his law partner, his client and the murder victim’s family.

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Fogg reportedly registered a blood alcohol content of .17%, more than twice the legal limit for intoxication.

Fogg, 40, has been a state trooper since August 2007 and he is based out of Wilson County, about 80 miles east of Durham. Fogg has been relieved of duty pending an investigation.

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Womble is part of an eight member Selective Enforcement Team that targets suspected drunk drivers. In 2007, Womble reportedly made 70 Virginia DUI arrests. He 2008, he was quoted as saying that stopping drunk driving is difficult because "a lot of (intoxicated drivers) have that mentality that it can not happen, it will not happen to me."

Womble, 36, was booked and the Virginia Beach City Jail where he posted bond and was released. He has been placed on administrative duty pending an investigation.

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Two Connecticut DUI Arrests in 3 hours – Elsa Veisor, 29, was arrested for CT DUI around 1:00 am with a blood alcohol content more than twice the legal limit. Her driver’s license was confiscated and she was released on bond after stating that a ride from a friend had been arranged. But just before 4:00 am Veisor was stopped again, about half a mile from where her car had been parked. She was charged with a second offense for driving under the influence in Connecticut and for driving with a suspended license.

Two Pennsylvania DUI Arrests in 2 hours – Ralph Deringer, 54, was stopped at 11:49 for erratic driving, arrested for drunk driving in Pennsylvania and taken to the Carlisle Booking Center. According to township policy, DUI offenders are generally not held after booking and are released to a sober party or have a taxi ride arranged. Shortly before 2:00 am an officer was still at the scene of the traffic stop finishing his report on the DUI arrest when a taxi-cab pulled up. Deringer got out, walked to his vehicle and proceeded to start the car and drive off. After a brief chase, police apprehended Deringer and charged him with a second PA DUI.

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Lane, 45, lead the glam-metal band during the late 80's and into the 90's, creating hits like 'Heaven' and 'Cherry Pie'. He left Warrant in 2002 to start a solo career. Shortly after releasing an album, he entered a rehab program due to exhaustion from alcohol and drug use. He later rejoined Warrant only to again leave the group and be replaced as lead singer.

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A flipped car, a stolen tractor and Indiana DUI – Kevin Michael Whitesell of Terre Haute flipped his car on a rural road. He walked two miles to a farmhouse, stole a tractor and returned to the crash site in an attempt to tow his car before anyone noticed. While dragging his car across a bridge, Whitesell lost control and both vehicles ended up in a creek. The second accident caused more than $150,000 in damage to the tractor and the bridge. Whitesell was charged with drunk driving in Indiana, leaving the scene of a crash, theft and multiple other charges for damages.

Endless driving in a circle and Utah DUI – An unidentified woman was charged with driving under the influence in West Jordan, UT after attempting to make a simple u-turn. According to police, she “never quite came out of it.” She continued to drive in an endless circle in the middle of the road before finally steering out of the turn and hitting a tree.

A car in a swimming pool and California DUI – Yvonne Campbell was driving erratically on Interstate 80 in Concord when she lost control of her Acura TL. She flew off the highway, slid down an embankment, crashed through a highway perimeter fence, smashed through a wooden fence, rolled across a yard and ended up in a swimming pool. Responding rescue workers had to dive into the pool to save Campbell, who showed no signs of life. After being resuscitated, Campbell was transported to a local hospital and later charged with CA DUI.

Have you been arrested for drunk driving?]]> http://www.dui.com/dui-library/california/news/california-prison-director-charged-with-drunk-driving-in-sacramento Prison under-secretary arrested on suspicion of CA DUI. Monica Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:22:04 -0500 The under-secretary in charge of adult and juvenile prisons and parolees in California has been charged with driving under the influence. Scott Kernan, 47, was driving a state vehicle when he was stopped by the California Highway Patrol for speeding in rural Sacramento County. His blood alcohol content reportedly was above the legal limit of .08%.

Kernan was appointed to the California Corrections department in November 2008. A spokesperson with the department said that Kernan was on personal leave pending discipline. He could be temporarily suspended or lose his job. Kernan has issued no comment, except to express remorse to his superiors for his actions.

Kernan is scheduled to be arraigned on charges of California DUI on July 16.

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Officers responding to the scene said Hill appeared to be intoxicated and slurred his words. Hill reportedly failed a field sobriety test and was booked on suspicion of drunk driving in TX. He posted a $1000 bond and was released Sunday morning.

Hill's arrest was the only DWI associated with the Saturday night concert at Cowboys Stadium. Nineteen were arrested for public intoxication during and after the concert.

The Cowboys organization said it was aware of the arrest but had no comment. Hill, 53, has been involved with several large construction projects in the Dallas area, including the Texas Rangers baseball stadium and the American Airlines Center used by the Dallas Mavericks basketball team.

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Soldiers arrested for driving while intoxicated in New York will now be subject to the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Punishment can range from a reprimand to a full court martial. Oates also hopes to conclude the DWI cases more rapidly, stating that prosecution in civilian court can take too much time.

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Six items and one Missouri DWI – In the space of one block, a drunk driver in Springfield, Missouri hit two vehicles, two trailers, a house and finally a pole. The suspect tried to run but police quickly found him and charged him with driving while intoxicated in MO.

Seven items and one New York DWI – Robert Prentice of Newfane hit a guard rail, a sailboat display, another vehicle and two trees. He then swerved onto a lawn and struck a house. Not deterred, Prentice drove off on three wheels and hit a sign before reaching his house. Responding police arrested Prentice for drunk driving in NY while he was trying to put his key in his front door.

Ten items and one New Jersey DWI – Police responding to an accident scene found that a motorist had struck four parked cars, three parking signs, a picket fence and finally two more parked cars. Witnesses were able to point to Timothy Kelly and his gold Ford Taurus as the single source of the damage. Kelly was charged with driving while intoxicated in New Jersey and failure to have valid insurance.

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Erika Scoliere is waiting trial for aggravated Illinois DUI and reckless homicide for a July 2007 accident that killed a motorcyclist. As a condition of bail, she was required to not consume alcohol or be around those who are drinking. Police investigators, however, found photos of Scoliere drinking with friends posted on the social networking site. One was captioned, "Erika passed out in my bed. Ha Ha."

The Assistant State's Attorney told the judge that Scoliere also violated terms of bail by not contacting county court services by phone while at school. Scoliere attends college in Ohio. Despite protests raised by her DUI defense attorney of the social shame brought by the ankle bracelet, the Kane County judge said that Scoliere had "earned the privilege of wearing the SCRAM bracelet." The bracelet detects alcohol through the wearer’s perspiration. The device must be regularly synched via remote access with a central computer database that records violations.

Scoliere, accompanied by her parents, left the courtroom in tears.

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According to Texas DWI law, property used during a drunk driving offense or boating while intoxicated offense can be confiscated if the defendant has three prior convictions for the same offense. The Texas Code of Criminal Procedure also allows for seizure of vehicles in certain cases of drag racing and those who attempt to evade arrest.

The DA’s office and law enforcement agencies involved in the program will be able to either use the seized vehicles or benefit from the proceeds of a sale or auction. When property is sold, thirty percent of any proceeds will go to the DA’s office, and the remainder, minus costs associated with the seizure, will go to the law enforcement agency involved with the arrest.

There are plans to purchase mobile breath testing machines with the proceeds from vehicle seizures. The county DA hopes to be able to seize enough vehicles to fund that. Montgomery County has the highest rate of per capita arrests for drunk driving in Texas. It is estimated that there are 1000 chronic offenders for DWI in the county.

The District Attorney’s office plans 'no refusal' weekends to crack down on TX DWI offenders by using warrants to demand blood samples to test for alcohol content. Additional efforts will target drunken boaters on area lakes.

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Newell, 53, is the supervisor in the Department of Health Services of the Sonoma County drug and alcohol services division. The program targets drunk driving offenders by offering addiction rehabilitation.

A blood sample was drawn though the results of toxicology tests will not be known for several weeks. Newell reportedly said he was taking pain killers for chronic pain from five knee surgeries and a hip replacement. A spokesperson said Newell is on leave from work, and made no further comments.

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Rock was fined $1000 and sentenced to 36 months of probation. He must also enroll in an alcohol education program.

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Petty was booked at Van Nuys jail on charges of felony California DUI. She was released on $100,000 bond just before 7:00 am.

Petty has made recent guest appearances on 'Prison Break' and 'House'. She is most known for her movie roles in the 90's, including 'Point Break', 'Tank Girl' and 'A League of Their Own'.

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Sponsors of Senate Bill 902 say that boats are motorized vehicles and that drunken boat operators can be as dangerous on the water as on the road. The measure passed both house of the state legislature and is now being reviewed by the Governor.

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The key restriction is availability of judges to sign the court ordered warrants. Currently judges volunteer their time to be available weekends and after-hours. When a driver is stopped for suspicion of drunk driving in Dallas, Texas, the judges can sign a warrant and the suspect is taken to the Dallas County Jail where a blood sample is taken by nurses from Parkland Memorial Hospital. The sample is then tested for blood alcohol content.

To make the blood draw initiative a year round effort, judges would always have to be available to sign warrants. County jail magistrates are on duty around the clock though under current state law they are prohibited from signing 'evidentiary' search warrants. The Dallas County prosecutor sees that has a 'fluke' in the law and has been working on legislation to change the situation. Wording to clarify the types of magistrates that can sign evidentiary warrants was placed in a bill during the current Texas legislative session, but was later removed.

Texas DWI defense attorneys cite a constitutional liberty against unreasonable search and seizure of evidence, and say the forced blood draw program is being used to negate a defendant’s legal right to refuse to submit to a breath, urine or blood test. Existing state law defines situations when a blood draw is appropriate, including accidents involving injury and repeat DWI offenders. There are also questions regarding the proper drawing, handling and storage of what amounts to key evidence in a criminal case.

A Dallas County District Attorney disagrees, adding that he does not foresee any effective legal challenges being made to the blood draw initiative. The County prosecutor believes there is still time to change the law during the current state legislative session.

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The bill's supporters say that penalties for DWI should be tempered with opportunities when alcoholics seek help and recover from their illness. Opponents take the position that offenders should be punished without exception, and that the law is only for the convenience of drunks.

The legislation passed the state House by a vote of 89 to 29, and it is now headed to the state Senate.

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One car, two New York DWI arrests – Last winter, Lockport police investigating an accident found Christine L. Harris walking on the street and her car stuck in a snowbank. She was combative and denied driving at the time of the accident. While she was being booked for drunk driving in NY, her passenger, Paul E. Schuster, tried to maneuver the car into a driveway and became stuck. He too was charged with driving while intoxicated in New York.

One car, another two New York DWI arrests – New York State Police charged Aaron M. Stiles with DWI in New York after backing onto a road immediately in front of a patrol vehicle. Stiles reportedly had a blood alcohol level about twice the legal limit when he was ticketed. During the on-scene investigation, police learned that passenger Jeffrey J. Hutchins had been operating the vehicle before the two had switched places, because Hutchins was driving the wrong way home. Hutchins was charged with aggravated NY DWI for having a BAC of .22%.

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The judge approved Torn's admittance to an alcohol education program and required the 78-year old to undergo a driver's test.

Torn is an Emmy winner and Academy Award nominee who appears on the NBC show '30 Rock'. He has two previous DUI offenses. He paid a fine and lost his license for an arrest in April 2007, and was acquitted following a 2004 arrest.

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Nevada DUI and a fuel hose sticking out of gas tank – An unidentified 40-year old Reno woman was stopped by the Nevada Highway Patrol after an ambulance crew spotted her driving down the road with six feet of fuel hose and the nozzle sticking out of her gas tank. The woman failed a field sobriety test and was arrested for driving under the influence in Nevada. Investigators were still trying to find the service station missing a hose and nozzle.

New Hampshire DWI and a dragged fire hydrant – Jeremy Aron, 33, was found guilty of driving under the influence in NH after an unusual incident. Aron struck a fire hydrant and drove off, dragging it under his vehicle. An off-duty Portsmouth police officer witnessed Aron drive by with damage to the vehicle, a deployed air bag and sparks coming from the undercarriage. After Aron pulled into a parking lot, the officer requested uniformed officer back-up. In addition to a NH DUI conviction being placed on his record, Aron was fined and his license was suspended for 90 days.

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Over 19 years, Smith, 45, played for the Buffalo Bills and the Washington Redskins. He is the NFL leader in sacks and he will inducted into the Football Hall this summer.

Smith, a native of the Norfolk area, has been arrested for DUI twice before. A 1997 charge was dismissed and he was acquitted in a 2003 incident.

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A landmark case involving New Jersey DWI criminal lawyer Evan Levow has lead to a court ordered audit of the source code for the Alcotest 7110 MKIII-C manufactured by Draeger. In two separate studies, one commissioned by Draeger and another by the defendant, both found that the code does not meet industry standards for software design and that it contains ‘bugs’. The test requested by the manufacturer found no malware but noted excessively complex and poor maintained code. It also located at least one reproducible bug. The test requested by the defendant found 24 major defects, including one that disables safeguard features intended to detect and prevent invalid or corrupt instructions. Concern was raised by the researchers over the discovery that the decimal precision is not consistent throughout the code. The code was found to return arbitrary default values when the test failed and to ignore errors. That increases the potential for inaccurate results and a false arrest for drunk driving.

It is the potential legal, social and financial impact of a conviction for DWI based on the results of a breathalyzer that demand independent verification of the machine’s accuracy and its ability to successfully complete its intended critical task.

The risks are huge for Draeger too as an agreement between the company and the state of New Jersey stipulates the return of nearly $7 million if the state Supreme Court deems the breathalyzers unreliable.

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Man fakes his own death to avoid New Mexico DWI – Byron Shane Carpenter, from Capitan, was facing prison sentence for vehicular homicide and two separate NM DWI charges. Then his obituary appeared in the Albuquerque paper, citing the death of a loving father and husband in an auto accident. A tip, however, lead U.S. Marshals to Carpenter hiding at a friend's house, and he was taken into custody. In addition to new charges against Carpenter, those involved with the fugitive felon's escape will be facing arrest.

Unknown vehicle in driveway leads to Minnesota DWI – A homeowner did not recognize the car found parked in the yard next to his house early one morning, so he called the police. Officers discovered Joseph Donald Shoeberl, 32, asleep in the vehicle and made several efforts to wake him. When finally roused and asked if he knew where he was, Shoeberl answered "in southern Minnesota." In fact, he was about 130 miles northwest of the Minneapolis. Shoeberl's blood alcohol content at 7:17 am registered .16% or twice the legal limit. He was charged with driving while intoxicated in MN.

Wedding night in jail after Texas DWI – Jade Puckett, 26, described her wedding night as humiliating and her greatest nightmare after her new husband, Billy, was arrested for driving while intoxicated in Houston, Texas. The two had just left their wedding reception when they were targeted by a Harris County sweep for drunk drivers. Billy was charged with TX DWI and Jade was charged with public intoxication when she became belligerent. Jade filed a complaint saying that male deputes seemed to take pleasure from her demise as they repeatedly came to see her in the holding cell, still in her wedding dress. The complaint also covered a photo taken of her in her dress in the courtroom. She entered a guilty plea to public intoxication and was released for time served. Her husband pleaded no contest to DWI and was given a year's probation, fined $300 fine and ordered to perform community service.

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The new law would nearly double the number of motorists subject to the installation of the device by requiring an interlock for all convicted of DWI, even first time offenders. A judge will have the discretion to deem the interlock unnecessary.

The ignition interlock bill was passed unanimously yesterday by the House. Similar legislation failed in the last legislative session though there is no organized opposition to the measure this time around.

The other DWI measure being considered by the legislature would permit larger cities and highly populated counties to establish sobriety checkpoints. There is much controversy surrounding the bill, including concerns over potential abuse, racial profiling, inefficiency and a perceived police state where innocent motorists are stopped without reasonable cause. The bill was passed by the Senate by remains in House committee.

Late yesterday, one lawmaker attempted to add the sobriety checkpoint bill to major legislation on the future of the Department of Public Safety. The House parliamentarian however told the lawmaker to withdraw the amendment because it involved activities conducted by law enforcement groups other than the DPS. As a result, the sobriety checkpoint law is expected to die in committee.

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The figures reflect actions undertaken by law enforcement agencies across the state. The most common reason for initiating a pursuit was a traffic violation, such as speeding (910 pursuits). Felony criminal charges (260), driving under the influence in Pennsylvania (239) and stolen vehicles (227) were the other most cited reasons. Of all the pursuits initiated, 1,301 resulted in apprehension.

According to state law, each law enforcement agency must have a written policy for vehicle pursuit, including when to initiate, continue or terminate a pursuit. Because of safety concerns, such information is considered confidential and not available to the public. A pursuit is defined as a motorist resisting apprehension by increasing speed or ignoring indications to stop.

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The e-citation system replaced use of pen and paper, and it allows a law enforcement officer to swipe a motorist's driver's license and transfer citation information to the district court computer. The motorist is given a print out of the citation. The state police program software provided by the equipment manufacturer, meaning the specific wording is the responsibility of the state. A state police spokesperson says that the there is no problem with the e-citation system, and goes on to clarify that both chief and district court judges have been briefed on the e-ticket process. The Baltimore County State's Attorney says that this is simply lawyers finding a new defense argument, though he said his office will research the issue.

Meng & Alpert, a law firm that focuses on Maryland DUI defense, says that duplicitous charges are nothing new. When pen and paper were used, a trooper would often not properly complete the form or improperly circle an offense.

Additional e-tickets issued for drunk driving in Maryland may be subject to the same ruling. In the case of Ryan Fox, the State's Attorney intends to have the law enforcement officer redo the ticket and then plans to reintroduce the DUI charges.

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A new law set to take effect today calls for the seizure of vehicles used by repeat DUI offenders. The bill is not retroactive, so only those convicted of felony DUI after May 12 who have their driver's license suspended and are subsequently re-arrested and convicted of another drunk driving offense on a suspended license are subject to losing their vehicle. Provisions are in place to address vehicles that have been loaned to the drunk driver, protect those who have financed the vehicle and are owed money, and help families with only one form of transportation.

Based on past statistics for DUI in Utah, it is anticipated that 10 vehicles a month will be subject to seizure. The condition and age of the vehicle will also influence the prosecution’s decision to seize a vehicle. Confiscated vehicles can be auctioned off with the proceeds funding grants to local law enforcement agencies.

Additional UT DUI provisions becoming law include extending the period of time for a license suspension from 90 to 120 days and a series of escalating penalties for under-age drinking that include loss of license, mandatory substance abuse treatment and, with repeat offenses, jail.

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Georgia DUI on Horseback – Gregory Scott Cooley and Jeffery Ray Owen were busted for drunk riding by Tunnel Hill police. The two had drunk beer while watching a NASCAR race and then proceeded to jump on two horses owned by Cooley. Though they were only a few feet from one of their yards, police ordered them to dismount. The officer showed no leniency when issuing charges of 'driving' under the influence.

Minnesota DWI While on a Lawnmower – Darwin L. Christensen, 42, decided to ride his riding lawn mower to the store for beer and ended up zig-zagging along city streets and running over orange traffic cones. He was observed stopping to relieve himself in public, after which he tossed his beer can into a ditch. Police responding to complaints, found Christensen stumbling and slurring his speech. He registered a blood alcohol content of .21, over two and a half times the legal limit. Christensen has four prior convictions for drunken driving in Minnesota.

Texas DWI on a Steamroller – A Pflugerville police officer spotted Ronald Howell weaving down the road around 4:00 in the morning, on a Dynapac Vibrator Roller. Howell told the officer that he had been walking home from a night club when he decided to take the construction equipment because it was cold outside. He was failed a series of field sobriety tests and booked on charges of driving while intoxicated in Texas, along with felony theft and driving without a license.

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Having a good relationship with the Merit Board is known to enhance a state troopers’ chance of promotion.

The expense of gas and maintenance for the 6.1 liter, 425-horsepower Dodge Charger is borne by the taxpayer. The muscle car is just one of two dozen desirable vehicles seized for criminal offenses, including driving under the influence, in Illinois. Others include an Audi and a Cadillac Escalade.

State police officials refuse to identify the recipients of the seized vehicles, saying it would endanger the officers if the public knew what make and model car they drove.

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In the first incident, Grady stopped an exotic dancer shortly after she had left the strip club where she worked for suspicion of driving under the influence in Florida. The second involved a 20-year old Coral Springs woman who filed a complaint with the Fort Lauderdale police. Dozens of other Florida DUI arrests initiated by Grady have been compromised, leading to reduction or dismissal of those cases.

Grady, 39, was a twelve year veteran with the force when he was suspended from duty last December. Both of the charges filed against him are punishable by up to a year in jail.

The Federal Highway Administration says that permanent memorial signs are only permitted in locations with parking, such as recreation areas, rest stops and scenic overlooks. Such signs are not permitted on roadways for the safety of motorists and because of operational concerns. Families and friends of drunk driving victims say the signs are a form of remembrance and believe the signs should be left up permanently.

TxDOT says that a number of memorial signs have passed the one-year mark though there is no concerted effort to immediately remove them. Officials are now waiting until summer to see if the state legislature passes a law doubling the time the TX DWI memorials can remain in place. The bill is scheduled to be out of committee by May 11.

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The bill's authors say that not enough has been done to reduce drunk driving in NY. They recite information from MADD claiming that ignition interlock devices have significantly reduced alcohol related accidents. The NHTSA statistics, however, reflect that the majority of those arrested for DWI never repeat the offense.

The proposed legislation passed the Senate Transportation Committee Tuesday and has not been debated by the full body. If passed, New York will become the eleventh state to require ignition interlock devices following a conviction for DWI.

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Sutherland, star of the television drama '24', is on probation for 2007 conviction for driving under the influence in California. It was his fourth arrest for DUI. It is not known if the incident in New York will be considered a violation of his probation agreement.

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Over the city's objections, Butte County Superior Court Judge Gerald Hermansen ruled on Monday that there was enough cause to warrant a full review of the officer’s personnel files.

Many of the CA DUI suspects complained that the officers falsified police reports and written court declarations and gave false testimony in order to justify the traffic stop and arrest. Four women claim the officers followed them from local bars, and in one case touched the suspect multiple times in an inappropriate manner.

After discerning a pattern of potential abuse, a California DUI defense attorney placed an ad seeking complaints from other DUI suspects. That effort revealed similar acts and omissions perpetrated by the same two Chico law officers. A total of 37 cases of drunk driving are under review as a result.

During a two year period, Officers Johnsen and Ferreira reportedly made more than 600 arrests between the two of them for suspicion of drunk driving in Butte County. As a result, they were recently honored by Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

A hearing has been set where defense lawyers will receive the contact information of anyone who has filed a complaint against either officer. Rather than making a finding on the DUI suspects' allegations, the judge is expected to issue a determination regarding the officers’ credibility in DUI cases.

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The patrols were conducted as a combined effort of the Atlantic Beach Enhanced DUI Enforcement Initiative and the Florida DUI Sustained Enforcement Campaign. The goal was to apprehend all suspected impaired drivers and to send a message that those who plan on drinking need to use public transportation or taxis, or assign a designated driver.

Statewide statistics show that during 2006 16,319 people were injured and 1,099 were killed in automobile accidents involving alcohol.

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Nude couple stopped for Nebraska DUI – Around 6:00 pm on a Saturday, a caller contacted a State Patrol dispatcher to warn them of a reckless driver on Interstate 80, adding that the male and female in the car appeared to be naked. Troopers were able to locate the vehicle and its naked 26-year-old male driver and his naked 26-year female passenger. The driver was arrested for driving under the influence in Nebraska and driving with a suspended license. The female was released.

Man arrested for indecent exposure and Iowa DUI – Around 1:45 am, Donald Lyle Clark, 39, was booked on charges of driving under the influence in Johnson County, Iowa. Less than two hours later he was charged with indecent exposure. He was discovered performing a sex act while in jail, in view of others. The second charge was filed as a serious misdemeanor.

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The high court empowered judges to decide if access to the code was relevant to the defense in a specific MN DWI case. Defense lawyers must provide information showing the software’s relevance before the judge can rule.

Questions have frequently risen as to how the software calculates blood alcohol content in suspected drunk drivers, and whether it shows bias to gender or race. The manufacturer of the equipment says the software is proprietary and has refused to provide access in under court order.

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The Madison County State's Attorney, William Mudge, later learned that Durr had a 1999 conviction in Missouri for involuntary manslaughter involving alcohol and 1985 judgment on a suspected DUI. Mudge said he would not have entered into the plea agreement with Durr had he known about the prior incidents, and he sought to have the order accepting the plea agreement vacated. A judge did grant the motion to vacate the acceptance order but another judge ruled that the decision did not dispose of the original plea agreement. Durr was given the opportunity to enter his plea again, under the original agreement.

The judge barred an effort by the state to pursue a new charge of drunk driving in Illinois, citing the defendant's right against double jeopardy. Durr's Illinois DUI defense attorney had argued over seven months ago that the 2008 charge was weak, as there was no evidence to prove his client was driving while intoxicated and the video of the arrest did not conclusively indicate impairment.

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The measure seeks to offer a second chance to combat veterans possibly suffering from mental illness, like post traumatic stress disorder, or a head injury. Prosecutors would have to agree to enrollment in a special program and the veteran would have to successful complete conditions of the program. Having the arrest expunged would mean the veteran would not have a criminal record, a benefit when attempting to secure housing, apply for a job and retain military benefits.

Prosecutors across the state question the law, asking whether it provides special handling of crimes like driving while intoxicated in Texas, that are not available to non-veterans with mental illness. A Texas judge, who is a veteran, rejected that attitude, saying it comes from people who have "never carried a 60-pound rucksack and an M-16 into battle."

Pre-trial diversion is already available to district attorneys and judges, though it is used sparingly. The bill's author hopes it makes prosecutors give additional thought to legal options.

Objections have also been raised to the destroying of criminal records, and the option of sealing the records has been debated. In Texas however, sealed records can be viewed by many entities, which could lead to problems in qualifying for military benefits. To complicate the issue, the military has yet to openly acknowledge potential problems with post traumatic stress disorder in veterans.

The bill was fast-tracked on a special legislative calendar until lawmakers realized it was a substantial enough change in existing Texas law to require debate by the full Senate.

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The House Judiciary Committee delayed action on HB1837 until early May. A companion Senate bill has been stalled since February.

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The fear that alcohol sales lead to additional crime, especially drunk driving in Texas, is basically unfounded. Based on 2007 data from the Texas Department of Public Safety and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the number of arrests for driving while intoxicated in Texas was 502 per 100,000 residents in dry counties versus 445 in wet. The number of traffic fatalities involving alcohol in dry counties was 5.7 per 100,000 residents in dry counties; more than twice the 2.7 rate in wet areas.

Wet counties, however, showed a dramatic difference in domestic violence. There were 849 reports of domestic violence per 100,000 residents in wet areas compared to 482 in dry counties. Reports of increased aggravated assault were inconclusive, leading some to feel that the size of the city was more influential than the availability of alcohol.

The density of alcohol outlets was not shown to be directly associated with an increase in crime, though influential. Places permitting on-premise consumption of alcohol, like bars and restaurants, generally lead to an increase in the number of domestic abuse and aggravated assault, while off-premise establishments, like liquor stores, grocery stores and convenience stores, do not.

The mix statistics has lead law enforcement groups to promise aggressive enforcement in counties that decide to permit alcohol sales. That includes increased patrols for Texas DWI, undercover stings in establishments and coordination with the TABC in shutting down problems stores.

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Adams, 46, was sentenced to 15 days in jail and three years probation, fined $395, ordered to perform 100 hours of community service and required to write a letter of apology to the arresting officer in the NY DWI case. She also lost her law license and was dismissed from her position at the University of Buffalo Law School.

The State Supreme Court justice who handled the case called the episode "embarrassing and shameful."

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The majority of cases dismissed in the ticket fixing scheme were represented by Attorney Lee.

The State Bar typically only takes action against an attorney after the legal process is completed. Like any other case, there is a presumption of innocence until proven guilty. Some wondered however whether Lee should be permitted to continue handling court appointed cases, given the criminal charges pending against him for his alleged role in the DWI ticket dismissals. Even other defense attorneys say the case against Lee could impair his credibility and thus his effectiveness in court.

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As a result of the investigation, six people, including a former county prosecutor and a former deputy court clerk, were indicted on charges of altering court records and using illegal dismissal forms to get a total of 37 cases dropped.

A District Attorney said a tracking system installed in October 2007 found cases scheduled for trial that had been dismissed months earlier. Of the 37 cases investigated by the SBI, 33 were for alcohol related offenses including driving while intoxicated in North Carolina. Most cases were dismissed on technicalities, such as tests not being completed or a witness not being available, though some were dropped without apparent reason. 70 dismissal forms signed by the Johnson County prosecutor were filed after she had left her position in September 2007. The court clerk was found to have deleted at least two cases from the court computer system.

The 70 dismissal forms were filed for cases involving just four criminal defense attorneys, including one former Johnson County prosecutor. It is not known if the defendants are aware that their cases were dismissed illegally.

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Colorado is one of four states where multiple DUI convictions do not necessarily result in a felony. Of the repeat offenders, 84 had at least 10 prior arrests and 5 had more than 20.

In recent years Colorado legislators have lowered the threshold for intoxication from .10% to .08%. Laws have been passed making it more difficult to plea bargain DUI cases and increasing the penalties for driving under the influence and driving while ability impaired. Citing a tight state budget, lawmakers have not passed a felony DUI law. In addition, the state grapples with prison overcrowding, full court dockets and an over-worked probation system.

A Colorado DUI task force is looking into measures to diminish drunk driving, especially repeat offenses.

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2 Minnesota DWI charges in 2 hours – Lake Forest police stopped Michael Douglas Johnson for a traffic violation and was ticketed for fourth-degree DWI after registering a blood alcohol content of 0.15%. The time was 12:34 am. Rather than having the police tow the vehicle, a sober friend agreed to move it. However, at 1:49 am, Johnson was observed driving his truck at 15 miles per hour under the speed limit. He was stopped again and charged with a second fourth-degree MN DWI. He also spent the night in Washington County Jail.

1 day, 2 New York DWI arrests – Joseph Babbie was arrested by State Police for suspicion of drunk driving in New York at 2:22 a.m. Saturday. He was arraigned on a felony driving while intoxicated charge and released on his own recognizance. He was arrested again at 9:52 p.m. Saturday after taking a car without permission. Babbie was booked for his fourth NY DWI offense in 10 years and remanded to the Clinton County Jail.

3 Ohio DUI arrests in 6 days – Tammy Webb, 43, was arrested for driving under the influence in Ohio on April 1. The next day she was charged again with OH DUI. Her third arrest came April 6 when she stopped at a fire station at an auto plant to ask for directions. Police say that initial chemical tests did not reveal alcohol in her system during any one of the three incidents, though she was impaired and confused at the time of her arrests. Tests are being conducted to determine drug ingestion. Local law enforcement officers don't recall ever arresting one person so often in such a short period of time.

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Citing protection from identity theft, the bill is being pushed by the Association of Texas Professional Educators in response to 2007 legislation calling for the fingerprinting and background check of all school employees across the state. The issue is not with the checks themselves but rather whether the resulting information should be available to all. Public perception could lead to unwarranted reactions that fail to account for the nature or date of the offense, whether the information is correct, and even whether the charges were dropped or the defendant was found not guilty.

A study by a Dallas newspaper has revealed that 4300 Texas school employees who have undergone the fingerprint check against a national criminal database were found to have been charged with misdemeanors. Another 900 have been charged with felonies. The legal battle over releasing the criminal histories of school employees started when the Austin Independent School District refused public information requests brought by local reporters. Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott ruled that the information was not public because the background checks were done on a federal crime computer making it exempt.

Lobbyists for the proposed new law say that the 2007 fingerprinting initiative was intended to give school district personnel and the State Board of Educator Certification information to protect school children, and that it would be unfair to release the results of background checks to the public.

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A spokesperson for the San Marcos Police Department said that awareness is the largest contributing factor in the declines. Motorists and students are taking more responsibility when they consume alcohol. The city website provides links to numerous agencies and resources pertaining to health and alcohol awareness. Texas State University, located in San Marcos, has initiated a free ride program to students who are intoxicated or otherwise unable to drive. Counseling and educational programs also are available to students.

Even local bar owners are not surprised by drop in Texas drunk driving and alcohol related arrests. They say that police presence and the number of patrons has remained the same, drinkers are simply making smarter decisions.

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The bill's author, Senator Eliot Shapleigh, originally called for scrapping the program in its entirety. Negotiations lead to a compromise allowing judges to lower the surcharge based on the case and barring the state from assessing students and the indigent. The legislation also allows motorists to earn credit toward satisfying the surcharge for each year they have no additional traffic violations.

Sen. Shapleigh called the surcharges 'punitive fines' to help the state balance its budget. The Texas Driver Responsibility Program was passed in 2003 when the state was facing a $10 billion gap in revenue. The intent claimed at the time was to make the fines so large that it would deter people from speeding, driving recklessly and driving under the influence. The biggest surcharge was levied against those convicted of drunk driving in Texas - $1000 each year for three years and $2000 each year for those with a blood-alcohol content in excess of .16%. The funds generated would go toward highway construction and trauma care. In practice, the percentage for highway funds has been redirected to the state's general fund and very little money has been spent on medical infrastructure. Of the 1.6 million motorists hit with the surcharge, nearly 1.1 million have not paid what now amounts to nearly $900 million.

A report from the Texas Department of Public Safety indicates that only 25% of those charged with failure to have a valid license paid the fine. 36 percent of those charged with Texas DWI paid. In 2007 the Texas legislature granted partial amnesty and initiated an incentive program for motorists to be in compliance. The DPS has increased its efforts to collect the surcharge, even going to the extent of hiring a collection agency.

The proposed legislation revamping the Driver Responsibility Program was passed by the state Senate by a vote of 23-5.

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The Police Superintendent Jody Weis, who took office last year after two high-profile bar beatings involving police, created a bureau to evaluate officer conduct and increase training, especially when dealing with excessive drinking and alcohol abuse. After the most recent incident of drunk driving by a police officer, Weis made it mandatory for officers to inform the watch commander and internal affairs when a fellow officer is suspected of being intoxicated. There is an interest in implementing random testing of officers though that will require a change in the contract with the union representing the rank and file.

Of the 13 police officers charged with drunk driving in Illinois during 2008, none have yet lost their jobs. 8 cases have been resolved and 5 remain open. The penalties have included suspension with out pay for 20-45 days, reassignment to a desk position and temporary leave. Four DUI arrests were made by Chicago police, three in the Chicago suburbs and six out of state. With a total force of 13,000 officers, the rate for DUI arrest is one per 1000. The U.S. average is one drunk driving arrest for every 155 motorists.

Weis acknowledges that police officers are held to a higher standard, and accepts that the citizens of Chicago have the right to expect the police to protect them from drunk drivers and not be part of the problem.

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Carmen was arrested for OH DUI in the Cleveland area after crashing into a fire hydrant. He reportedly handed the officer a credit card instead of his driver’s license. His blood alcohol content registered .23%, nearly three times the legal limit for intoxication.

Carmen was also fined $1000, charged $362 for court costs, ordered to enroll in an alcohol treatment program, required to install an ignition interlock device and ordered to begin his jail sentence on April 25. He lost his driver's license until September 9 and will have to undergo regular testing to ensure that he does not drink alcohol for 12 months.

This is Carmen's second offense for drunk driving in Ohio. In 2007, Carmen was arrested after striking a mail box and a sign.

Carmen is the former lead vocalist for the 'Raspberries', recording the band’s biggest hit 'Please Go All The Way'. He also recorded the 80's hit 'Hungry Eyes'.

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Because of the difference in the suspension period, the governor and the task force members feel that the current law encourages drunk drivers to refuse a breath test. Opponents say the task force focused on only increasing penalties rather than offering treatment for chronic drunk driving offenders. One state representative cited a situation where a family member had to travel 1,100 miles to get treatment not offered in Louisiana, and indicated that harsher penalties alone will not necessarily change behavior issues.

Jindal approved of the DWI license suspension measure last month and the issue will be considered during the upcoming 2009 legislative session.

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Fossella, the Republican lawmaker who represented Staten Island New York, was charged with driving under the influence in Alexandria Virginia last May. The arrest report indicated that his blood alcohol content was .17%, over twice the legal limit for intoxication. In the days following the VA DUI arrest, it was learned that Fossella had fathered a child in an extra-marital affair. The combination of events led to his political downfall and he decided to not to run for re-election.

Fossella’s DUI defense lawyer had planned to challenge the breath test evidence, citing faulty equipment. He said that efforts to gain information on the equipment from other courts were unsuccessful and that the congressman decided to accept responsibility for his actions. The recent death of major league baseball player Nick Adenhart by a drunk driver reportedly also influenced Fossella’s decision to plead guilty, as it reinforced the consequences of driving while intoxicated.

Fossella was found guilty of drunk driving last October. He appealed the conviction, which under Virginia DUI law entitled him to a jury trial. He has four days remaining on a five day jail sentence issued last December. He was given credit for the day he served when he was initially arrested for Virginia DUI.

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Georgia DUI suspect begs police to shoot him – Police tried to pull over Thomas Lackey for suspected drunk driving in Georgia. Lackey instead took off in his Mercedes, leading police on a chase with speeds reaching 130 mph on a limited access highway. Lackey then drove in the wrong direction on a surface street before crashing into a tree in the median of the road. Lackey then got out of his vehicle and started yelling "Shoot me, shoot me." Instead the officers used a stun gun and took him into custody. Lackey was booked on charges of driving under the influence in GA, fleeing and eluding, resisting arrest, aggravated assault by motor vehicle and numerous traffic charges.

Louisiana DWI suspect passes out while being read his rights – Michael Dean Wells, 38, from Kingsland Texas, was stopped by Bossier Louisiana police after his truck swerved across a highway onto the shoulder on the opposite side of the road. He refused to submit to a breath test or perform most of the requested field sobriety tests. While being read his rights and placed under arrest for suspicion of driving while intoxicated in Louisiana, Wells fell out of the cab of his vehicle and passed out. He was held overnight at the Bossier Maximum Security Facility.

Florida DUI suspect 'loses nose' – An unidentified female was involved in a three-car accident and police suspected driving under the influence after she said she did not know how her car was damaged. She spent 10 minutes gazing off before retrieving the documents requested by the officers. When told she was under suspicion of FL DUI she replied, "You might as well shoot me with your gun." Her ordeal was not quite over yet though. When asked to perform a finger-to-nose field sobriety test, she said "I have lost my nose", and was only able to locate it with further instruction from the officer. The woman was charged with driving while under the influence of four medications, including Lithium and Lortab.

The Intoxilyzer 8000 has come under repeated attack from lawyers handling cases of suspected driving under the influence. Defense attorneys across the country say that access to the code would enable them to independently verify accuracy and reliability of the equipment. The legal argument is that defendants have a constitutional right to challenge their accusers. The manufacturer of the Intoxilyzer 8000 has countered that the code is a trade secret. The issue of access to the code, as well as incidents of unauthorized changes to state approved equipment and software, have led to court battles in Minnesota, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts and New Jersey. After the equipment failed to meet accuracy testing, it was prohibited from use in Tennessee.

In its ruling, the Arizona Court only clarified that prosecutors do not have an advantage over DUI criminal defense attorneys. The underlying issue of 'substantial need' for access to the equipment's software code remains, and state prosecutors believe it will ultimately end up before the Court of Appeals.

The recent ruling means that the Superior Court judge has three options; suppress the breath test evidence in the 23 cases of driving under the influence in Arizona currently before her; permit the prosecutors to enter the breath test results into evidence; or dismiss the AZ DUI charges. It is almost assured that whatever decision is made it will be appealed.

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The increase in PA DUI arrests is attributed to police training and targeted enforcement. Specially trained Pennsylvania troopers utilized ‘Operation Nighthawk’ to search for drunk driving. The department has also expanded its drug recognition program to identify motorists operating under the influence of prescription or illegal drugs.

Despite the additional arrests, the number of alcohol related accidents was down 3% and the number of DUI related fatalities was down 9% from 2007.

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The attorneys' motion claims that the Intoxilyzer 8000, used to test blood alcohol content during Florida DUI arrests, contains different parts than those approved by the state. Further, the machine has parts that do not match the Conforming Products List of Evidential Breath Measurement Devices issued by the US Department of Transportation in 2004. Florida statute says that every motorist issued a driver's license gives consent to submit an 'approved' chemical test. If the Intoxilyzer is using unapproved components, the resulting evidence may be inadmissible in court.

The pending hearing continues the legal challenges mounting against the Intoxilyzer 8000. Florida DUI defense lawyers have repeatedly argued that the manufacturer of the equipment has changed the software used to establish a driver's BAC without state's approval and that the method of computing the result cannot be independently verified for accuracy. The issue of due process has led several counties to dismiss breath test results in cases of drunk driving in Florida. Prosecutors are then required to prove intoxication with other evidence, such as officer testimony, field sobriety test results and video.

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]]> http://www.dui.com/dui-library/texas/news/texas-senate-advances-dwi-checkpoint-legislation Bill would authorize sobriety checkpoints to check for drunk driving in Texas. Monica Tue, 07 Apr 2009 11:25:52 -0500 Last week the state Senate voted 21-10 to approve a bill that would allow police to establish checkpoints to check for motorists who are driving while intoxicated in Texas.

The bill's sponsor claims that sobriety checkpoints will save 300 lives each year. Opponents say that roving, saturation patrols looking for Texas DWI offenders are more effective and a better use of funds and manpower. The checkpoint locations would be publicized, and the traffic stop would be videotaped and audio recorded. The bill prohibits law enforcement officers to ask for a driver's license or proof of insurance. A random system for stopping vehicles must be in place to avoid the perception of profiling.

A Texas Court of Criminal Appeals ruled against sobriety checkpoints in 1994, though it said that state lawmakers could pass legislation making them legal.

Under the proposed legislation, only counties with a population of 250,000 or more and cities with at least 500,000 residents could engage in the practice. Cities that meet the criteria are Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. The county sheriff or the city mayor would have to approve the set-up of TX DWI checkpoints.

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The arresting officer said the 26-year old beauty queen had droopy, bloodshot eyes and smelled of alcohol. Aguilar was book on charges of Texas DWI at the El Paso County Jail. She posted bond and was released six hours later.

Aguilar's reign as Miss New Mexico 2008 ended last December. She was also crowned Miss New Mexico Teen USA in 2000. Aquilar currently attends the University of Texas in El Paso.

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According to the arrest report, Street had watery and dilated eyes and a strong presence of alcohol. He failed a field sobriety test. Street admitted to having consumed four beers and to have taken prescription ‘Adderall’. He was booked for Texas DWI at the Travis County Jail.

Street played in the Oakland A’s minor league system last year. He is the son of former UT football star James Street and the younger brother of former Longhorn Huston Street who plays baseball in the major leagues for the Colorado Rockies.

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Little was also charged with failure to stop for an emergency vehicle, having an open container in his vehicle and driving with an expired license. Little was booked at the Jefferson County Jail, where he refused to submit to a breath test. He posted bond and was released after about an hour in lockup.

Little is the majority Senate leader in the Alabama state Congress. He issued a statement apologizing to his family and constituents and stating that Alabama DUI is a terrible offense. He went on to say that he will take full responsibility for his actions.

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Sweeney was convicted of drunk driving in New York in late 2007. His license was suspended for six months and, as part of his plea deal, he was required to pay a fine, enroll in alcohol education classes and attend a DWI victim impact panel. As this is then his second drunk driving offense, under NY DWI law it will be filed as a felony. Because he refused to have his blood alcohol content tested, the DMV will move to suspend Sweeney’s driving privileges for one year.

Sweeney, 53, served in the New York State Congress between 1999 and 2007. He notoriously appeared drunk at a fraternity party at Union College in 2006, even though the school is not in his district. There have been allegations of spousal abuse and he was part of a federal investigation into his role with a lobbying firm with ties to convicted Washington power broker Jack Abramoff. Sweeney was defeated in his re-election efforts by current Democratic Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.

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Fire truck and Illinois DUI – An unidentified driver was arrested for drunk driving in Chicago after smashing into a fire truck that was responding to another crash. The man’s Honda bounced off the fire truck and smashed immediately in front of police and fire crews at the scene of the previous accident. The driver was charged with IL DUI, failure to yield to an emergency vehicle and several other offenses.

Barstool and Ohio DWI – Kile Wygle was ticketed by Newark police for drunk driving in New Jersey while he was on a motorized barstool. Wygle admitted to having had “more like fifteen” beers before crashing the barstool. OH DUI law prohibits people from operating any motorized vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Backhoe and Pennsylvania DUI – William Price was stopped for suspicion of DUI in Pittsburgh after driving a backhoe on the wrong side of the road and almost hitting a police car. Price registered a blood alcohol content of 0.13% and was charged with driving under the influence in Pennsylvania, driving under the influence with a high rate of alcohol, driving under the influence while operating a commercial vehicle and reckless driving.

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The 24-year old was had pled not guilty to charges of drug possession. He is due back in court May 14.

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Jeff Sabold called 911 around 3:30 am and said that he was scared, lost and stranded on a railroad track crossing. When he told the operator that a train was coming, Sabold was told to get out of the vehicle immediately. He managed to get to safety moments before his Ferrari was struck by a train traveling 40 miles per hour.

Sabold, 48, lives in Carrollton, north of Dallas, and he thought he was in Mansfield, south of Fort Worth. He was actually over 100 miles away in Sherman, Texas.

The Sherman Police Department speculate that the car’s low ground clearance caused it to get stuck on the tracks. No one was injured in the incident. Sabold was booked for Texas DWI and could face additional charges.

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The sheriff's office said that Grady engaged in 'inappropriate contact' with two women. In one case he was involved with testing a female suspected of drunk driving in Broward County. The woman's defense attorney said that Grady touched her in a way that was "not within the parameters of his job." A second incident involved a 20-year old woman who reported Grady's touching to Fort Lauderdale police, who began an investigation. The contact was described as "deliberate and unwelcome."

Grady, 39, had been with the BSO for 12 years and served on the Florida DUI task force for a period of time. He arrested 303 motorists on suspicion of DUI in Broward County in 2007, earning him special recognition. Since the filing of the battery charges, Grady has resigned from the force. An internal investigation is still being conducted and Grady is scheduled to be arraigned on May 13.

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One of the panel members, who had lost both a father and grandmother to drunken drivers, said that occasionally someone will show up drunk but three intoxicated defendants was offensive. Stating they apparently were not ready to learn the lessons of drunk driving in NY, the panel member hoped the judge would lock the three up.

Each of the three defendants registered a blood-alcohol content just below 0.22%. The legal limit for intoxication in New York is .08%. Police request breath tests from those suspected of being intoxicated, before they join the victims group.

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The county solicitor elected not to press GA DUI charges after learning that Ballew had not been driving erratically and the deputy did not indicate that he had detected alcohol. The solicitor indicated there was not enough evidence to justify the traffic stop.

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Last Halloween, police officers first used an aggressive DWI enforcement plan calling for mandatory blood draws from all motorists who refuse to take a breath test when suspected of driving while intoxicated in Austin, Texas. The officers were armed with warrants signed by a judge requiring a blood sample from anyone they suspected of drunk driving. Texas law stipulates that blood draws to check for alcohol impairment are sought only after an accident that resulted in injury.

Acevedo said he felt it appropriate to use all tools at the department's disposal to keep people safe, and to hold motorists responsible.

Besides challenges to the legality of the plan, forum attendees questioned the use of force when taking a blood sample and whether officers were the correct entity to make the blood draw. Issues of contamination during the drawing, handling and storage of a sample were raised, as were concerns about police tampering. Acevedo said that force is not an option and that cameras are being considered for the blood draw area.

Still, emotions over police demanding and then taking blood from motorists were very strong. The meeting became so heated that a councilmember threatened to close the forum.

Acevedo is seeking approval from the city council to allow officers to train at the Austin Community College and then be permitted to draw blood. He said that he has 50 officers who have expressed interest in the training process. If his plans are not approved by the council, Acevedo said he would like to hire seven phlebotomists to make blood draws.

Councilmembers have expressed concerns over the logistics of the blood draw program and the role of police in the process, in addition to the city's liability. Texans for Accountable Government, who sponsored the council forum, are said to be drafting a resolution to prevent officers from drawing blood.

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Under current Minnesota DWI law, drivers have their licenses suspended or revoked shortly after an arrest for suspicion of drunk driving. The revocation process can begin within 7 days of an arrest, and it is a separate civil case that occurs before defendants appear in court to resolve their criminal DWI offenses. The minimum suspension for registering a blood-alcohol content over the legal limit of .08% is 90 days. Refusal to submit to a breath or blood test will result in a one year suspension.

Under the proposed legislation, motorists would lose their licenses for a minimum of 30 days if the failed a breath test and at least 60 days if they refused to take a test.

Opponents of the measure have been quick to denounce it. Minnesota has an implied consent law which makes it mandatory for a motorist to provide a breath or blood sample if a law enforcement officer suspects a case of DWI. It is under that provision that licenses are suspended rapidly. Supporters of the bill say that drivers are penalized well before they even have the opportunity to defend themselves. They cite that not all motorists who drink are drunk. The public perception of an intoxicated driver is that of the chronic drunk who usually registers a BAC over twice the legal limit. In contrast, an arrest for MN DWI can be initiated by an officer based on the presence of alcohol and an assumption of impairment. The Breathalyzer equipment used in Minnesota has come under repeated legal challenges across the country for software glitches, and improperly maintained or calibrated equipment can lead to a false positive BAC readings. There are physical limitations that may influence a field sobriety test. It is those types of situations that are resolved in the court system with an impartial judge or jury.

The bill would also stop the seizure of license plates and vehicles until a person is convicted of DWI in Minnesota. In addition to re-asserting civil liberties, the legislation's author has criticized the current system as having fostered a costly, unwieldy bureaucracy.

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2 WV DUI arrests in – A loud exhaust drew the attention of police to a red Chevy Blazer leaving a convenience store in Cedar Grove. The officer followed the SUV and observed it speeding and crossing the centerline twice, and the driver, Scott L. Ramsey, was stopped for suspicion of driving under the influence in West Virginia. While being transported to Charleston for booking, Ramsey told the officer that he had been arrested for DUI by a Kanawha County deputy earlier in the evening and was released on bond just hours before. A background check revealed that Ramsey was convicted of drunk driving in WV in 2000, leading to the filing of a felony third offense DUI.

3 Wisconsin DUI arrests in 3 days – A 60-year old Washington woman vacationing in Wisconsin was arrested three times in three days. She was first arrested after police found her trying to drive out of a ditch. She was wearing only one shoe and registered a blood alcohol content of .21%. Just 24 hours later, the women was found stuck in the snow at a campground that was closed or the winter. She told the officer that she was "finishing up the box of wine in (her) car from yesterday." After spending 12 hours in jail, she was spotted yet again driving erratically, leading to her third charge of drunk driving in Wisconsin and a one month jail sentence.

1 driver; 1 police officer; 3 hours; 2 Idaho DUI arrests – Randy J. Reynolds was arrested for misdemeanor drunk driving in Boise, Idaho around 9:00 pm and his vehicle was left legally parked on the side of the road. That was within police policy, and usually it is the responsibility of the person arrested to have the vehicle towed or removed. After posting bond and being released from jail around 11:30 pm, Reynolds took a taxi to his pick-up truck and less than an hour later he tried to drive again. The same officer who had arrested Reynolds earlier spotted him swerving on the road and initiated another traffic stop about 12:15 am. The second ID DUI arrest led to the impoundment of Reynolds' vehicle.

Hepner entered a plea of not guilty, claiming that the traffic stop was illegal and that the arresting officer did not follow correct procedures. At the time of the traffic stop, her requests to speak with an attorney were denied.

The Miss Montana organizers decided to allow Hepner, 23, to participate in the Miss America pageant. While her duties as Miss Montana were suspended in February, Hepner will retain the title and the tiara until a new Miss Montana is crowned in June.

Justin Allen Stock was arrested around 2:50 in the morning after a Holiday Inn security guard saw him around the property and alerted police. Stock was found in his vehicle though he denied having operated the car while intoxicated. The police said it did not matter and charged him with drunk driving.

A spokesperson with the Rochester Police Department said that a motorist is in control of a vehicle if they have the keys with them. The keys don’t even have to be in the driver’s possession; they just have to be in the vehicle.

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In the Appeals Court ruling, the judges said that there was sufficient evidence that Fleck was in 'physical control' of his vehicle and thus the DWI arrest was warranted. They went on to say that Fleck may have, without too much difficulty, started the vehicle and become a danger to others. Fleck denies any intent to drive the vehicle and he even told police he did not know where his keys were at the time of the arrest, though the court ruled that intent was 'immaterial'.

The courts have undertaken the question of physical control in incidents of MN drunk driving before. In a 1984 case involving a man who slept in his vehicle after having an argument with his girlfriend, his case was won on appeal, as he showed no intent to drive. In 2006, police responded to an intoxicated man arguing with another guest at a wedding reception. The man was observed walking to his vehicle, unlocking the door and placing his foot in the car. He then turned and threw the keys to his wife but he was still charged with DWI for being in control of a vehicle. That case was eventually dismissed.

Those rulings leave open legal options to Fleck and his Minnesota DWI defense lawyer.

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The 'no refusal' effort was scheduled during the peak of the South by Southwest music festival. Despite the additional crowds in town for the event, police report that 16 forced blood draws is low. On typical ‘no refusal’ nights, the average number of warrants issued is 25.

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Police officers say that Martin exhibited slurred speech, bloodshot eyes and an aroma of alcohol. Martin denied drinking though an open container of alcohol was found on the bus. He failed a field sobriety test and a breath test revealed a blood alcohol content of .24%. According to Minnesota DWI laws, a driver is legally intoxicated with a BAC of .08%. For a commercial driver, however, the threshold for drunk driving in MN is .04%.

Martin is expected to be charged with third degree Minnesota DWI. He has a history of driving offenses, including several speeding tickets, no proof of insurance, inattentive driving and having an open container. Two tickets were issued within 12 months of his hire by Metro Transit, a violation of company employment policy.

Martin has been placed on leave pending the filing of formal charges. This is the first incident of driver receiving a DWI while on duty in the history of the transit agency.

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Cyr had pleaded no contest to driving under the influence in Connecticut after failing to get the case dismissed. An Appellate Court did find in Cyr’s favor and threw out the case. The recent Supreme Court ruling overrules the Appellate Court decision, and the DUI charges must be reinstated.

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New York DWI and a Rental Car – Police report that Marvin Rice Jr. lost control of a rental car and crashed into a pole on Long Island. Investigators found that the 27-year old had rented the vehicle to avoid the court ordered ignition interlock that had been installed in his own car. Rice had agreed to the device’s installation following a 2005 arrest for drunk driving in New York.

Florida DUI and a Lawnmower – Damon Hayward of Green Cove Springs enjoys cutting lawns and helping others. He decided one night to drive his mower to a nearby gas station to fill up the gas tank for the next day’s jobs. Hawyard drove off in the dark without using his headlights, leading police to stop him. Hawyard was soon being arrested for driving under the influence in Florida. He does not have a car because of a prior FL DUI conviction.

Oklahoma DUI and a Polce Cruiser – Police in Edmond, Oklahoma were flagged down by a citizen for help with suspicious activity in a bar. When the officers entered the bar to investigate, Aaron Green jumped in the patrol car and drove off. The cruiser was equipped with a GPS tracking device, making it easy for officers to apprehend Green about three miles away. He was charged with a number of offenses, including drunk driving in Oklahoma.

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Lohan is currently attending the 'Right On' program that conducts state licensed education classes for those convicted of driving under the influence in California.

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Senate Bill 261 calls for the expansion of the requirement to submit to a chemical test in driving incidents involving any injury that results in medical care; a DWI suspect with a child in the vehicle; a motorist with a prior felony DWI conviction; and a motorist with two or more DWI convictions.

During testimony before a Senate committee is was noted that more than half of TX DWI suspects refuse to submit to a breath or blood test. According to prosecutors, that makes a conviction for driving while intoxicated in Texas more difficult because law enforcement officers must request a warrant to for a blood test which can takes hours and therefore potentially lower the blood alcohol content reading.

Required blood draw is a tool being used increasingly by law enforcement agencies across Texas to fight DWI. Police stopping motorists suspected of drunk driving in Austin have conducted three controversial ‘no refusal’ weekends, where officers have a judge on-hand to quickly issue warrants for blood samples. Police chief Art Acevedo cites the 60 misdemeanor DWI arrests under the program as evidence that it is working.

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Following the California drunk driving episode in 2007, the starlet was sentenced to three years probation and spent 24 hours in jail. She had also been attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.

While they admit that they are not actively looking for the 22-year Lohan, police hope to resolve the issue in the coming week, possibly negotiating a voluntary surrender.

A hearing has been scheduled for today at the Beverly Hills Superior Court, though the actress is not expected to appear. Lohan’s CA DUI defense lawyer insists that she has been in compliance with the terms of her probation and calls the warrant the result of a misunderstanding.

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McCahill, 25, told the arresting officers that she had consumed three shots of alcohol at Climax, a Chicago nightclub where she works.

McCahill has appeared on the E! reality show about life at the California Playboy mansion, titled "The Girls Next Door." She is scheduled to make her first court appearance March 19 to face the Illinois DUI charges.

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Senator John Benoit’s bill would allow the DMV to suspend a boater’s license in the event of an arrest for boating under the influence. It would also mandate enrollment in an alcohol awareness program. Benoit says there is a need for making the state’s waterways safe for recreational and commercial use. Local harbor patrols agree, citing the responsibility a boat operator has to the occupants of the vessel.

During 2007, there were a reported 55 boating accidents resulting in fatality in California waters. Nearly half of the fatalities were boat passengers and 20 victims were found to be under the influence of alcohol.

Lawmakers and law enforcement officers alike hope that people who venture out on the water first establish a designated boater for safety.

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A new state-wide anti-DWI ad campaign was also unveiled, titled 'Women Drive Drunk, Too'. The campaign hopes to educate the public to the dangers of driving while intoxicated in New Mexico, and to the fact that the number of female NM DWI offenders is increasing. The State DWI czar says that almost a quarter of all drunk driving arrests in New Mexico involve female drivers. They also reportedly account for 20% of the alcohol related traffic fatalities. The 'Women Drive Drunk, Too' message will be spread through use of billboards, radio spots and television commercials.

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Sitting Through 6 Traffic Light Sequences Earns PA DUI – Police in Dillsburg say they investigated a sport-utility vehicle that had, despite honking horns, sat through six light sequences at an intersection. The SUV was stopped in the intersection with the driver asleep at the wheel. A beer was on the console. After yelling to waken the 41-year old unidentified man, police arrested the him for drunk driving in Pennsylvania.

Honest Statement During Tennessee DUI – After police stopped Donald Edward Teague, Jr. and ordered him out of his car, the DUI suspect replied, “Aw (expletive), I am drunk.” After pulling Teague from his car, police found a glass pipe believed to be used for smoking crack. Teague was charged with TN DUI and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Wrong House Leads to Washington DUI – State Patrol Trooper Trevor Downey was heading home after his shift when noticed a vehicle driving 30 mph in a 50 mph zone. As he approached the vehicle, it turned into a driveway and parked in the garage. When the driver was asked what he was doing, the unidentified 31-year Yakima man said it was his home. Unfortunately, the driver had selected Downey’s home and parked in the trooper’s garage. The driver was charged with WA DUI, adding to his three prior convictions.

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The total is almost double the number of arrests made by other law enforcement agencies for drunk driving in Larimer County. The Fort Collins Police Department registered 573 DUI arrests in 2008 and the Colorado State Patrol added 414 more.

During each of the past four reporting periods, the County Sheriff’s Department has netted the most arrests for Colorado DUI. The most arrests it made in one year was 1,315 during 2003.

A department spokesperson said the sheriff encourages deputies to undertake aggressive DUI enforcement. He said for an effective DUI crackdown, you must have "highly trained and highly motivated enforcement." The Sheriff's Department also relies on map plotting data to identify hot spots in DUI arrests and alcohol related traffic accidents. The maps help the department target areas that need additional patrols.

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The ignition interlock device is aimed at preventing drivers from operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. The sponsor of the new law says the objective of the special ankle bracelet is sobriety. He said that many rural areas do not have alcohol rehabilitation facilities and the alcohol monitoring bracelet will help alcoholics and repeat drunk driving offenders remain sober.

The bracelets detect alcohol in the person's perspiration and through the air. The device periodically relays information to a company that tracks the devices. The data is forwarded to an appropriate probation office or government agency. The penalties for alcohol consumption have not been clarified.

The alcohol monitoring devices can cost around $15 per day, and there are installation fees. For those unable to pay for the bracelet, a judge is able to tap into a state indigent fund, which is also available for ignition interlock devices.

The New Mexico State House unanimously approved the proposed legislation, and the measure has been sent to the Senate for debate.

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Last year during the same period of time there were a total of 246 HI DUI arrests, making the latest figures a 5.3% decrease. The majority of the DUI arrests were made in South Hilo.

Serious auto accidents are down from 360 to 298, a 17.2 percent decrease. Traffic fatalities for the year total 5, down from 9 during the same window in 2008.

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A Northampton County judge said the 44-year old defendant cannot be released from jail until he undergoes a mental examination. A Pennsylvania DUI lawyer is on standby for a more conventional legal defense.

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If someone feels they have had too much to drink, they can call the service and volunteers will get the customer and the customer's vehicle home safely. A spokesperson for 'Designated Driver' said while taxis offer a great service and help reduce Colorado DUI incidents, many who need a ride home after drinking are concerned about getting their vehicles home too. Customers of 'Designated Driver' frequently express their appreciation for the extra service.

Started in Pueblo, Colorado and then expanded into Colorado Springs, 'Designated Driver' relies on donations and sponsorships from local businesses to maintain operations.

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The drinking free-for-all draws UI students and alumni, as well as out-of-towners. Partiers have been known to line up at campus bars before 8:00 am, organize private parties and try to take alcohol to classes. Those cited by the police included students from 52 colleges and 2 high schools from twelve states. About one third of the total violations issued were given to University of Illinois students.

Law enforcement for the even was comprised of Illinois State Police, the County Sheriff’s Department, local police departments from the towns of Champaign and Urbana, university police and the Liquor Control Commission. Officers were informed that there would be no days off and the must be prepared to work overtime.

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As the result of a DUI investigation during the traffic stop, Tuitama was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Arizona and extreme DUI. The latter is usually charged when blood alcohol content is very high. Tuitama’s vehicle was impounded and he was booked and released. His passenger was not charged.

Tuitama, 21, is planning on competing before NFL scouts at the university on Saturday in an effort to improve his chances of being drafted into the pros. The 6’3”, 220-pounder trained for but failed to be invited to the NFL Combine. Tuitama threw for a record 9,216 yards and 67 touchdowns during his four years as starting quarterback for the Arizona Wildcats. During his sophomore year he was charged with underage possession of alcohol. Though he admitted to campus police that he had been drinking and driving, he completed a diversion program and no charges were filed and the football program took no disciplinary action.

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The bill’s sponsor says it closes another NM DWI loophole and makes the roads safer by requiring drivers to be sober for six months before gaining return of their licenses. He claims that currently motorists convicted of drunk driving in New Mexico are avoiding the state’s mandatory ignition interlock requirement by stating that they do not own a vehicle or won’t be driving.

Senate Bill, numbered SB275, now goes to the House for consideration.

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Barkley, who reported to jail on Saturday, was kept in a separate tent from the general inmate population and he had his meals brought to him. He was also released each day between 8:00am and 8:00 pm on work furlough. While the Tent City Jail in Maricopa County is notorious for making inmates wear pink jump suits, Sir Charles avoided such attire during his stay.

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Emilio was driving his band's tour bus on March 23, 2008 when he slammed into traffic barrels around 5:00 am on Interstate 610 on the west side of Houston. The Grammy Award winning star was thrown through the windshield, resulting in life threatening head injuries. Six passengers in the bus were also injured. During an investigation of the accident, police determined that Emilio had a blood alcohol content of .019% and did not have a license to operate a bus.

Because Emilio’s head injuries were so severe, the DA was not certain if the singer would ever be competent to stand trial for alleged driving while intoxicated in Texas. With continued mental improvement, the DA elected to file formal TX DWI charges.

Emilio was convicted of drunk driving in Texas in 2000 and has another open case for DWI in San Antonio. Following the arrest in Bexar County, Emilio said he did not own a vehicle, which kept him from having to install an ignition interlock device as required by Texas DWI law for repeat offenders.

If convicted of Class A Misdemeanor for driving while intoxicated, Emilio faces a $4000 fine and up to two years of probation or 1 year in jail.

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Two Texas DWI Arrests in 1 Day – An unidentified 53-year old man from Orange, Texas was charged with drunk driving following a two vehicle accident just before 8:00 in the morning. His white SUV was towed to an impound lot. Then shortly before 1:00 in the afternoon, calls came into 911 services reporting a reckless driver in a white SUV. Police found the vehicle stopped at a green light with same driver as the morning arrest. The driver told officers that he had been released from jail and that he had just picked up his vehicle from the towing company. The man was arrested for a second TX DWI and the SUV was towed again.

Two New York DWI Arrests in 2 Hours – Johnny C. Zertuchi, 22, was stopped just after midnight for not having working tail-lights on his vehicle. His blood alcohol content registered a .17% and he was charged with driving while intoxicated in New York. Potsdam police stopped Zertuchi again around 2:20 am and his BAC was still an elevated .15%, leading to a second arrest for NY DWI.

Two Pennsylvania DUI Arrests in 90 Minutes – Anthony J. Vallat, 41, was stopped around 12:45 in the morning for erratic driving. A breath test revealed a BAC of .158%. He was booked on charges of drunk driving in Pennsylvania and released just before 2:00 am. While police say that Vallat did not drive away from the station, he soon ended up back behind the wheel of his car. Lititz Borough police observed a potential drunk driver and stopped Vallat at 2:09 am. His second breath test for the evening registered .141% and he was charged with a second PA DUI.

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While the sheriff's department denied there was a quota or a contest, a judge ruled that the incentive to make arrests was influential and it outweighed the court's role in determining the motorist's guilt or innocence. The case against the Greensboro officer was dismissed and later expunged from his record.

The free lunch incentive specifically targeted increased arrests for drunk driving in North Carolina, not general law enforcement or public safety. Whereas proponents for the contest claim the goal was reduce drunk driving, they refuse to acknowledge that any type of reward could lead to false charges being made against a driver so the arresting officer could win a prize.

It is not known how many officers were involved in the contest nor how long it was in place, though it is estimated that dozens of North Carolina DWI cases could be affected.

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Current Kansas DUI law requires the devices for repeat drunk driving offenders. The new law will require them for even first offenders. Proponents say the approach will reduce DUI related accidents, citing reported lower death rates in states that have enacted similar laws. Opponents of the law, like the American Beverage Institute, say that the law makes no distinction between the social drinker who had one sip beyond the legal limit for intoxication and the average chronic drunk driver who usually has a BAC twice the legal limit. The ABI says the focus should be on identifying and treating the hard-core alcohol abusers who are repeat drunk driving offenders.

An ignition interlock device costs about a $1000 a year to install and maintain. The cost is paid for by the motorist.

The measure is expected to be passed out of committee for consideration by the full Kansas House. It is one of several Kansas DUI measures being considered by the legislature.

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The Henry County Sheriff’s Department reported that the officer arrested Ballew around 7:45 Wednesday night. Ballew was booked at county jail on charges of drunk driving in Georgia. Ballew strongly contests the arrest, saying the officer was “an irate cop” wearing a 'Security' cap.

A former stock car driver and team owner in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, Ballew is well known in truck racing circles. He has used a series of high-profile drivers over the years, including John Andretti, Kyle Busch, Geoffrey Bodine and Martin Truex Jr.

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In addition, Collins was sentenced to 120 days in jail. He will be able to request home detention with electronic monitoring instead of spending time in a jail cell. He must begin his sentence by June 2.

Last January, Collins, 70, was stopped for dangerous driving in a motor home. He reportedly failed a field sobriety test and had a blood alcohol content more than three times the legal limit for intoxication.

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Under current LA DWI law, a first offender who refuses to submit to a breath test is subject to suspension of driver’s license for six months. If the person took and failed a test, the suspension is for two years. The new law would increase the suspension period to two years for refusal. A second DWI conviction would result in a four year suspension and an inability to get a hardship license for travel between home and work or school.

Another measure calls for criminalizing driving with a suspended license after a DWI conviction. Such action is currently treated as a traffic violation. A third law would streamline the driver’s license suspension process following a Louisiana DWI arrest.

The Governor acknowledges that key details have to be worked out before the measures are presented to the 2009 legislative session, which starts April 27. The goal is to introduce the proposed laws to the state legislative body by May 6.

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This is the third year for the event, which is primarily promoted through social networking web sites, such as Facebook. One organizer said he asked participants to "celebrate safely". This year’s event reportedly drew alumni and students from other schools besides Penn State. There were a total of 262 calls to police last year.

The demand for police stretched the city's services, leading many to criticize the focus and impact of the event. Some noted the use of ambulances to carry inebriated revelers, which left limited medical personnel for other types of emergency. A spokesperson with the State College police department said the scale of the event and potential danger to the public was evident by the number of arrests made for Pennsylvania DUI even with overworked manpower.

Campus and city law enforcement officers are hoping the crime rate decreases on the real St. Patrick's Day, now that the students have celebrated.

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Carter was the starting quarterback for the NFL Dallas Cowboys in 2003 but was released during training camp before the 2004 season after allegations of drug use. He briefly played for the New York Jets before turning to arena football. Carter played for the Kansas City Brigade and signed with the Rio Grande Dorados for the 2009 season, although league officials recently ruled he could not play due to league eligibility issues.

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A few hours later a passenger of truck called 911 to report injuries sustained in the accident. That lead to the arrest of Thomas Mills, 45, on charges of driving while intoxicated in NY. The occupants of the house had been sleeping at the time of the crash, and were injured.

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Texas DWI on a tractor – The Nacogdoches Police Department stopped Gerald Herbert Jr. for suspicion of driving while intoxicated in TX. Rather than a car, truck or motorcycle, however, Herbert was driving a tractor. According to Texas DWI law, operating any type of motorized vehicle makes the driver subject to drunk driving penalties. The tractor was then impounded.

New Mexico DWI on a four-wheeler – Police spotted Richard Casados, without head lights, heading down a road the night of Valentine’s Day. Casados, 49, refused to stop and the officer followed him to a nearby home. Approaching the suspect the officer detected a strong odor of alcohol. When asked what he was doing, Casados replied he was going to see his ‘sweetheart’. Rather than flowers or candy, police found 14 cans of beer in one of the saddle-bags of the vehicle. Casados was booked on charges of NM DWI. It was his eighth such offense.

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In one situation, a man was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving in Illinois only four minutes after being released for driving with a suspended license. He would not have been released on a personal recognizance bond if he were drunk. In the same incident, the motorist had been advised by a desk sergeant not to drive until he had a valid license. While retrieving his coat from his vehicle, Officer Fiorito demanded that he move the car. When he did, Fiorita immediately activated the emergency lights on his squad car.

Fiorito, 60, is the third police officer in the past year to be investigated for falsifying arrests for driving under the influence in Chicago. Officer Joe Parker is currently on desk duty during an investigation into wrongdoing and Officer John Haleas has been charged by Cook County prosecutors with perjury, official misconduct and obstructing justice. Anti-DUI organizations like MADD and Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists have recognized all three of those officers as ‘top-cops’ for making high numbers of Il DUI arrests.

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Pruitt has apologized to his family, team and the Celtics management for the incident. He also expressed disappointment in himself.

Pruitt, 22, is from Southern California and played college basketball at USC. The night before his arrest, he played six minutes and scored 3 points during the Celtics loss to the LA Clippers.

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The measure now heads to the full House for debate and vote.

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Witnesses say that Noble was speeding and weaving in and out of traffic prior to the accident. They then saw him pull over to the right shoulder and make a quick u-turn. Law enforcement arriving at the accident scene advised Noble that he was to be booked on suspicion of DUI in Washington and vehicular assault. Police say that Noble's identity was not immediately evident because his driver’s license uses his legal name 'Russell S. Noble'. When the prominent elected official was identified, the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office turned the case over to the Washington Attorney General's office. A spokesperson for the state AG office confirmed that the office was conducting an investigation.

Noble has not answered inquiries. His Washington DUI defense lawyer has acknowledged that his client was involved in an accident and that there was an open investigation. The driver of the other vehicle said her SUV was destroyed though she said she and her passenger were lucky to be alive. They both suffered broken bones.

Noble was first elected King County assessor in 1992 and he is currently serving his fifth term. The retired Navy officer is described as having a "call 'em as I see 'em" personality. He has implemented cost-effective measures and technology improvements that have earned the Department of Assessments a positive reputation.

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The videotaping provision is part of a 1983 law, though the law was not made part of a specific statute and is not included in the Texas DWI Penal Code. The sheriff’s department is taking the position that the law is no longer applicable. The Kerr County Sheriff’s Department says that its facility is overcrowded and needs to use the videotape room for other law enforcement activities. It was also noted that video recording devices in patrol cars provide evidence at the very time of the drunk driving arrest.

The Texas Attorney General’s office has not yet issued a statement or reading on the request.

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Thomas, a 10-year veteran with the sheriff’s department, has been suspended without pay. The department stated that Thomas had been out on an extended sick leave and he should not have been driving the patrol vehicle while off-duty.

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Barkley was stopped by police on December 31 for running a red light in Old Town Scottsdale, a popular area with clubs, restaurants and bars. He said he was on his way to meet a woman for oral sex. His blood alcohol content was reportedly .149%, or nearly twice the legal limit for DUI in Arizona. Barkley played for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA and he is currently a television analyst for TNT.

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Pennsylvania DUI at McDonald's – Police responded to a call about a man sleeping in the drive-thru lane of a Wilkes-Barre McDonald's around 3:30 am. They found John R. Pearson passed out in the driver’s seat with the vehicle running. It took several attempts to wake him, after which they charged him with suspicion of drunk driving in Pennsylvania. It is not known if Pearson had ordered any food before passing out.

Florida DUI at McDonald's – A Florida State football player passed out in a McDonald's drive-thru in the early morning hours with the engine running and the vehicle in gear. When police investigated, they found Preston Parker could not stand without leaning against his car. While a breath test revealed a blood alcohol content below the legal limit, he admitted to smoking marijuana either Friday night or early Saturday morning. Parker was charged with FL DUI.

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Saavedra was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving in New Mexico in 2001 but the charges were dropped by the district attorney in Bernalillo County. That arrest was before he was named head of the state-funded DAs office. He was appointed to the position by a board made up of state district attorneys. Saavedra has amassed 36 traffic citations over the last 20 years, yet has never paid a fine or received a jail sentence. He is the son of the state representative from Albuquerque, ‘Kiki’ Saavedra.

Saavedra admitted that he had been drinking champagne prior to the arrest, but said his BAC was under the legal limit for intoxication.

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Prior to Wednesday, county sheriff’s deputies had to wait for nurses from nearby hospitals before a blood sample could be drawn. A delay would lead to inaccurate blood alcohol readings, making the evidence inadmissible in court or subject to a challenge by Texas drunk driving defense attorneys. Texas DWI law specifically states the type of person who can conduct a blood draw for a criminal investigation, and the environment where it can be undertaken.

The county has three EMT jailers who completed a four week training to become certified phlebotomists. Each is assigned to a shift, facilitating alcohol content testing of suspected felony drunk drivers at all times. The jail infirmary will be used to draw blood. Opponents of the practice are concerned about the minimal training of the jailers and the possible contamination of evidence.

A sheriff’s office spokesperson admitted that he would prefer to have a trained nurse with experience perform the blood draws, though he cited the need for performing a BAC test within a specific time frame for accuracy. Additional Williamson County jailers are expected to be trained in the future.

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Rock was released after posting a $5000 bond. Shortly after his release, he joked with a reporter about drinking Patron at a party and then trying to see how fast his car would go.

Rock appears on 'The Tony Rock Project'.

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The former show host and television personality is due in court on March 2. Because the charge was not a felony, he is not required to appear in person and may be represented by a California DUI defense lawyer.

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An investigation by local police and the Liquor Commission Bureau of Enforcement determined that the driver had been at Fat Belly’s on Bow Street before the accident near the intersection of Market Street and Bow Street. Based on statements from Fat Belly's staff and physical evidence, police allege that Magoon served the ‘obviously intoxicated’ man.

The 33-year old bartender was charged with prohibited sale of alcohol, a Class A misdemeanor. The drunk customer was charged with felony driving while intoxicated in New Hampshire, along with reckless conduct and vehicular assault. Magoon is scheduled for arraignment on March 16 at Portsmouth District Court.

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After reportedly detecting alcohol, the officer ordered Donahue to perform field sobriety tests. After performing the tests poorly, Donahue, 25, was charged with first offense driving under the influence in Tennessee. He was transported to and booked at the Greene County Detention Center.

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In San Diego County, 18-24 year old females driving under the influence who caused fatal or injury related crashes rose 124%, from 49 to 110 accidents. Of those between 18 and 20 years of age, the figure doubled to 100.

Bloch used the figures from the California Highway Patrol for arrests for driving under the influence in California over the past ten years. While men still are involved with the majority of alcohol related crashes by a two to one ratio over females, their involvement in such crashes is not increasing. In contrast, deadly impaired driving accidents attributable to women had risen significantly. Factors that could attribute for the rise include an increase in the number of female drivers, women driving more miles and women driving more aggressively.

Bloch says there is another contributing factor; the marketing of alcoholic beverages to females. The alcohol industry has turned to sweeter, fruit flavored drinks and packaging to appeal to the female market.

In response, health officials recommend stronger education initiatives about the dangers of alcohol. They also want to emphasize that it is possible to be arrested for California DUI without being stumbling drunk or even in excess of the .08% threshold for legal intoxication. Police can initiate an DUI arrest simply based on perceived impairment.

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Langseth pled guilty to drunk driving in Minneapolis, her home town, and was sentenced to four days in jail and put on probation. She completed that probation term last December.

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The NBA All-Star game will be held Sunday, February 15 at the US Airways Center, home of the NBA Phoenix Suns. The drunk driving task force will be conducting traffic stops Friday through Sunday.

The penalties for driving under the influence in Arizona can include loss of driver’s license, jail, thousands of dollars in fines and court fees, vehicle impoundment and mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device.

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Last September the State of Minnesota sued CMI, and in an ensuing agreement the manufacturer agreed to allow access to the code. However, the terms of the settlement called for travel to CMI’s headquarters in Kentucky to review the software and there were restrictions on who could view the code and in what format. That led the federal judge to rule that the agreement would not make “the source code reasonably and readily available to Minnesota (DWI) litigants.”

MN DWI defense attorneys are calling the ruling a success. The inability to verify the results of the equipment has resulted in dozens of DWI cases to be dismissed in Minnesota state courts. Each year the Intoxilyzer is used in approximately 35,000 suspected cases of driving while intoxicated in Minnesota.

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Buchta reportedly failed field sobriety tests and refused to submit to a breath test. When officers attempted to take her into custody, she resisted, so the arresting officers tased her twice. Court records show that Buchta had a prior Minnesota drunk driving case from January 2008.

Buchta was charged with second degree Minnesota DWI, third degree DWI, violation of an open bottle law and obstructing the legal process. She will be arraigned February 23.

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Mascorro was traveling with his family at the time, and since one of the vehicle occupants was under the age of 15, he was charged with felony DWI. He was booked at the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Center around 1:00 am and was released around 3:00 am after posting bond. Mascorro has been placed on administrative leave, and an investigation will be conducted in keeping with department policy.

Mascorrro has expressed regret to his family and the police department over the Texas DWI incident.

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Prosecutors revealed that Shepard’s blood alcohol content was 0.175%, over twice the legal limit for intoxication in Illinois.

Shepard told the judge that driving under the influence was “just not worth it” and said he had no intent to do it again. The ‘Right Stuff’ actor was sentenced to two years probation, fined $600, ordered to perform 100 hours of community service and made to enter an alcohol treatment program. Due to work scheduled to take him to locations like New York and Ireland, Shepard will be allowed to attend counseling and perform community service outside of the state.

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An ignition interlock device will disable a vehicle if alcohol is detected on the driver’s breath. Current Texas DWI law requires such devices for anyone with a prior drunk driving conviction or for those who register a blood alcohol content of .15% or higher.

The author of House Bill 1110 says adding the penalty to first offense driving while intoxicated in Texas, regardless of BAC, will make the roads safer.

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All motorists, even first offenders, arrested for driving under the influence in South Carolina who have a blood alcohol content of .15% or higher, or refuse to submit to breath tests, will have their driver’s licenses suspended. The new law does establish a 30-day window to apply for a temporary ‘alcohol license’.

The severity of additional South Carolina DUI penalties is influenced by a driver’s BAC. With a BAC of .08% to less than .10% a first offense will result in a $400 fine and 48 hours spent either in jail or performing community service. With a BAC of .10% to less than .16% the penalties increases to a $500 fine and 72 hours of jail or community service. With a BAC of .16% or higher, the fine is $1,000 and the motorist must spend 30 days in jail or performing community service.

In cases of DUI related accidents resulting in death or severe bodily injury, felony charges will be filed and the fine will be between $5,100 and $10,100. With death the potential jail sentence ranges from 1 year to 25 years.

Underage drinkers will have their licenses suspended for six months on first offense. A second arrest within five years will result in loss of license for one year.

The stricter DUI legislation was prompted by statistics showing South Carolina as one of the worst states in the nation for alcohol related traffic fatalities.

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Scalisi was involved in a two vehicle accident July 20, 2007 where no one was injured. The investigating officer detected alcohol and thought Scalisi was slurring his words, and initiated three field sobriety tests. According to guidelines, before an officer can administer such tests, a determination must be made as to whether the subject has any medical conditions that might impact the results. The evidence entered into trial in Judge Thunberg’s court clearly indicated that the officer did not perform this required task. The judge also found that the arresting officer broke from protocol in several other ways, including establishing that the defendant had mentioned suffering from a sciatic nerve condition while that information was omitted from the initial DUI arrest report.

In her ruling, Judge Thunberg said, “The conclusions of the officer based upon the unsound (test) results can not constitute …a finding of guilt.”

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Barron, the younger brother of Paris Hilton, sideswiped a truck with his Mercedes on Pacific Coast Highway on the morning of February 12, 2008. Hilton pulled into a Union 76 gas station in Malibu while the other driver called police. Barron Hilton got out of his car and sat on a bus-stop bench, but not before bumping Tellez. Witnesses confirm that Tellez was struck in the leg.

Hilton, now 19, pled no contest to charges of California drunk driving last April and was sentenced to three years probation, fined $2000, required to work at a local morgue and had his driver’s license suspended for one year.

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A district court employee saw the ad and the owner of the posting was tracked down. Once identified, Kelly said that he had not sold any of the videos and that it was actually all a test to determine if Craigslist was a good outlet for selling electronic equipment. He says he is now embarrassed and ashamed and that he takes full responsibility for the activity. One possible result will be the loss of his contract with the court to provide duplication services.

Carl Eller’s Minnesota DWI defense attorney found the posting “unbelievable”, and said his client is considering legal action against Kelly for trying to capitalize on his name.

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Lohan was spotted in Santa Monica driving a new black Mercedes SL550, the same type of car she wrecked in 2007 during her first CA DUI offense.

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Barry called the rightful owner after the latest New York DWI arrest and left a message on an answering machine stating he was in jail and he was the one who had taken the 1998 Plymouth. The owner in turn confirmed with the deputies that he had not given Barry permission to take the vehicle.

Barry has been booked on charges of felony drunk driving in New York, aggravated driving while intoxicated for having a high BAC, driving without a license, burglary, petty larceny, unauthorized use of a vehicle, as well as failure to keep right for crossing the center line.

His 2001 DWI came after a Lockport NY deputy followed Barry home and arrested him in his driveway. Barry reportedly told the officer that, “You can’t do anything to me. I made it.” He had his license revoked and was sentenced to six months in jail and five years probation for that offense.

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The grant money will be dispersed across the state, mainly to pay overtime for the officers conducting drunk driving patrols and staffing checkpoints. Over 35 California DUI task force patrols are planned for 2009, along with 110 DUI checkpoints. In addition to offenses of driving under the influence in California, officers will be looking for seatbelt violations, speeding and unsafe driving.

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The intended automatic license suspension process, which is separate from the criminal DWI case, can be challenged before a judge. If denied, the decision can be appealed before a county judge. DWI suspects can also request a limited use, temporary license.

The focus of the research included state representatives, senators, judges and commissioners. In total, only two individuals submitted to testing, and those DWI arrests occurred out of state. In comparison, the refusal rate for the general public is about 50%. Issues with breath and blood testing equipment calibration and accuracy have frequently been raised by DWI defense attorneys. They also point out that all motorists have the right to not testify against themselves and the right not to be searched without permission. It is possible for someone to exercise their constitutional rights, not be legally intoxicated as defined by Texas law, and still be charged with DWI and lose their license. Even those tested who register a BAC under .08% are frequently charged with drunk driving by law enforcement.

Proponents of stronger Texas DWI penalties say that the manner in which elected officials use their knowledge of the legal system is a loophole rather than a rightful legal process.

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The region to record the highest number of drunk driving arrests was the area that includes Whatcom County, where there were 27 arrests. Second was the Seattle area with 23 arrests.

According to the Washington State Patrol, the previous weekend there were 75 Washington DUI arrests. In 2006, when the Seattle Seahawks were in the NFL title game, 128 DUI arrests were made statewide.

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Barry, 43, was stopped for speeding in Alvaredo, Texas, south of Fort Worth on November 8, 2008 for speeding. The officer reportedly found an open container of alcohol and, after Barry refused to submit to a breath test, sought a search warrant to demand a blood sample. The words in the five page affidavit, however, conflicted with the arresting officer’s account of the arrest. Instead open containers of alcohol, the paperwork only said “bottles of beer” were found. The officer’s written description of Barry used neutral words like “quiet” and “confused”, rather than terms that would indicated suspicion of driving while intoxicated in Texas.

During his ruling, retired Senior Judge Robert Dohoney said that too many details of the DWI traffic stop were missing, thus raising issues of probable cause for a search warrant. Anti-drunk driving advocates are crying foul and some wonder if the arresting officer deliberately sabotaged the case. Criminal lawyers who focus on Texas DWI defense say that the ruling is legally correct. A request for a warrant must include evidence to justify an action and, in this case, it did not meet the minimum threshold.

Despite the ruling, Barry’s DWI case is still pending before the court. If convicted of drunk driving in Texas, she faces up to 180 days in jail and fines up to $2000.

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The Federal Aviation Administration will decide what action needs to be taken after the results of the toxicology test are finalized.

Lee, the drummer for Motley Crue was on board the helicopter at the time, though he was not a subject in the investigation.

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Collins pled no contest to a California drunk driving charge last year following an accident that left another motorist dead. The other driver was found to have caused the wreck by making an illegal left turn, so Collins was not charged with manslaughter. Collins admitted to being drunk however and he spent four days in jail and entered an alcohol rehab program. He was also placed on four-year probation, meaning that the recent DUI in Santa Barbara County may lead to a new jail sentence. Collins was found not guilty of DUI in Mississippi in 2002.

Collins. 70, is the former host of the ‘Miss America Pageant’, ‘Hour Magazine’ and ‘The Home Show’.

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Garrido, the winningest baseball coach in Division 1, admitted that he had made a “serious mistake”. He was suspended with pay for four games by the UT athletic director.

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Lee was drinking with colleagues at a Korean restaurant in October 2005, and the group moved to a karaoke bar where more alcohol was consumed. Lee, a former Hyundai executive, climbed into a company issued black colored SUV around midnight and was involved in a single vehicle crash on the 55 Freeway in Santa Ana. The vehicle came to rest on a concrete barrier with no lights, and Cook, 23, slammed his motorcycle into the SUV and was then struck by other passing motorists. The next evening Lee was on a flight headed to Seoul, South Korea.

Cook’s parents filed suit against the American operations of Hyundai Motor, claiming that company helped Lee leave the country before police could question him.

Lee is set to be arraigned Monday on charges including driving under the influence in California, hit and run with death and felony gross vehicular manslaughter. If convicted on all counts, Lee could be sentenced to 15 years in state prison.

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Hanson was taken to the Travis County jail and booked on suspicion of driving while intoxicated in Texas. He has two prior drunk driving convictions from 1997 and 1998 in Arizona.

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Automobile and patrol car and Idaho DUI – Wolfgang Drude, 59, was charged with drunk driving in Idaho after hitting a parked patrol car. The officer had parked the cruiser while conducting a traffic stop and Drude struck the vehicle with his Mercedes van. Drude drove off, telling police later that he thought he had hit a dog. The officer was outside of the vehicle at the time of the accident and no one was injured.

Automobile and police cruiser and Massachusetts DUI – Fitchburg Police responding to a report of a two vehicle accident discovered that a car had hit a marked police cruiser. The cruiser had been blocking part of an intersection, with emergency lights flashing, while wreckers were trying to right an overturned utility truck. Paul J. Gallant entered the intersection with his Lincoln Town Car and struck the police vehicle. The officer, who was outside his vehicle at the time, was shaken up but uninjured. Gallant, 55, was charged with several offenses, including drunk driving in Massachusetts.

Salt truck and police cruiser and Pennsylvania DUI - Rodney Rosen, a Butler County street department worker, was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence in Pennsylvania after plowing his salt truck into a police cruiser. The law enforcement vehicle was unoccupied at the time and no one was injured. Rosen, 42, reportedly had a blood alcohol content three times the legal limit for intoxication in PA.

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There were fifteen passengers aboard the bus, heading from Montreal, Quebec, Canada to White River Junction, Vermont. The legal threshold for driving under the influence in Vermont is .04% for a commercial driver, or half the limit for the driver of a private vehicle.

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CHP officials are stressing the need for safety, including designating a non-drinking driver before the game. The public is encouraged to call emergency services should they suspect a drunk driver.

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The law requires specific plans be in place that limit the discretion of deputies at DUI checkpoints in order to protect motorists from unlawful searches and seizures. An officer cannot select motorists based on unlawful acts, such as racial profiling. The Sarasota Sheriff’s Department plan allows the supervisor of the checkpoints to make any change to the operation at any time. The sheriff’s department needs to simply reword its plan and then follow it. The Sheriff’s office however has said it will not do so until it hears from prosecutors about plans to appeal the ruling.

The recent ruling could lead to the filing of more appeals by Florida DUI defense lawyers, as the sheriff’s department used the same, illegal plan throughout 2008. A judge in Manatee County used the same position to throw out evidence in three cases of drunk driving in Florida. The Manatee Sheriff’s department has subsequently modified its plan.

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The proposed legislation would count time between offense from the date of arrest for driving under the influence in Wyoming, rather than the date of conviction.

A second measure that also seeks to reduce drunk driving in Wyoming calls for reform of the DUI system, rather than increased penalties. The bill’s author acknowledges that a large number of Wyoming DUI offenders simply make a mistake and statistics show that they will not be arrested again for drunk driving. The bill proposes that the need for an alcohol assessment, which is currently mandatory, be made at the discretion of the judge during first offense cases.

The House Judiciary Committee has recommended that both bills be passed, and have released them consideration by the full House. If both measures are passed, a committee will select one or see if the bills can be combined.

A third Wyoming DUI measure has been introduced in the state Senate calling for the mandatory installation of ignition interlock devices for those convicted of driving under the influence in Wyoming.

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They are: increase the penalty for driving with a suspended license from a fine to a criminal offense; increase the penalty for refusing to submit to a breath test to check for blood alcohol content in a suspected Louisiana DWI; and limit information covered in pre-trial hearings. In the latter situation, Louisiana DWI defense lawyers are gathering police officer testimony at pre-trial hearings and then using any conflicting statements during trial to impeach the officer’s testimony and seek dismissal of the case. Similar legislation failed last session.

The DWI task force was hand-selected by Governor Bobby Jindal, with the hope that the recommendations from the group would hold greater influence with members of the Louisiana State Legislature. The task force plans to meet again in early March to finalize its proposals. The legislative session starts April 27.

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They found Leon Young, an officer with the Fort Myers Police Department, had bloodshot eyes and talked with a “thick tongue”. The officers noticed alcohol on his breath and a green leafy substance on his shirt that they suspected was marijuana. Canine deputies arrived on the scene and detected narcotics in the air, but no marijuana was found in the vehicle. Young refused to submit to a field sobriety test and just asked to be taken to jail. He later agreed to perform field sobriety tests and was subsequently placed under arrest for suspicion of Florida DUI.

When asked to take a breath test to check blood alcohol content, Young declared that the arresting officer was a member of the Klu Klux Klan, the arresting deputy’s father was a member of the KKK and that he would not take a breath test.

A spokesperson with the Fort Myers Police Department expressed disappointment, adding that it was not the type of conduct expected from its officers. Young has been placed on administrative leave pending a criminal investigation and an internal affairs investigation.

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Nevils in the DA for the 8th Judicial District of Louisiana in Winn Parish. He was booked on charges of Louisiana DWI, leaving the scene of an accident and failure to maintain control of his vehicle.

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Indiana DUI for shoeless suspect – When a Muncie, Indiana patrol officer tried to pull over a motorist for running a stop sign, the suspect drove off and briefly lost the pursuing police. The officer found the vehicle with the motor still running and two open beer bottles inside. While following footprints in the snow, he also found a pair of black tennis shoes. The patrolman entered a nearby bar and asked whether anyone had just run into the place, which initially received a response of denials and then laughter. The officer found Gordon M. Garrett, 24, hiding in the bathroom with only socks on his feet. Garrett was charged with drunk driving in Indiana, criminal recklessness, reckless driving, public intoxication and resisting law enforcement.

California DUI for shirtless woman – Police investigating a single vehicle accident found Deborah Marie Costilla shirtless, pouring water over her head. Costilla, 45, was given a shirt and then checked for injuries. She was later booked on charges of drunk driving in California for having a blood alcohol content more than three times the legal limit.

Police taser naked man during California DUI arrest – Santa Ana Police pulled over a van suspected of hitting another vehicle. Because the suspected drunk driver, still in his van, was fumbling around in the front seat and refused to put his hands in the air, they used a taser to stun the man’s neck and head. The suspect was then found to be completely naked. The unidentified man was booked on suspicion of driving under the influence in California and tested for alcohol and drugs.

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Garrido was stopped on Sixth Street in Austin for driving his Porsche Cayenne without headlights around 1:00 am. After failing a field sobriety test he admitted to having had five glasses of wine with dinner and to being intoxicated. Officers with the Austin Police Department charged Garrido with Texas DWI. Hours later the University of Texas athletics department suspended Garrido with pay. The university continues to investigate the details of the case and Garrido has indicated that he does not know when the suspension might be lifted or even if he has a future with the Longhorns.

Garrido, 69, has the most wins of a Division 1 baseball program, and he has coached teams to five national championships. The 2009 UT squad starts practice on February 1 and has its first game on February 20.

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She then reportedly moved her car, walked up to the patrol car and pulled on the door handle, demanding the officer's badge number. This time the officers detected alcohol on her breath and a sargeant was summonsed. Dixon, 46, admitted to having had several glasses of wine at a party. She was booked on charges of driving under the influence in Illinois at the Belmont District station in the North Side district.

Dixon, a first term alderman, declined to comment on her Illinois DUI arrest when she was released around 9:40 am, simply stating that she will "have her day in court."

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Gee was convicted of Texas DWI in Brownsville in 1989, and a judge ruled this week that he must install an ignition interlock device in his vehicle.

Gee, who works in the property crimes division of the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department, has been placed on administrative leave with pay.

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At the time of the accident, the ‘Transformers’ star refused to submit to a breath test to check for blood alcohol content. Even though he was cleared of CA DUI charges, that refusal was used by the Department of Motor Vehicles to automatically suspend LeBeouf’s license. California DUI law states that a person’s license shall be suspended for up to one year when he/she refuses to submit to a chemical test (blood, breath or urine) when drunk driving is suspected.

It was later determined that the other motorist ran a red light and struck LeBeouf’s Ford pick-up truck while he was making a left turn. LeBeouf, 22, had his hand crushed in the accident and has had two surgeries since the July 27 accident.

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The total number of arrests for suspicion of drunk driving in Honolulu during 2008 was 4,316. All but 62 of those cases were formally charged and prosecuted. In related news, there were 46 vehicular fatalities on the island of Oahu, 14 of which involved alcohol, a significant drop in both categories.

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Students have mixed reactions to the Texas DWI arrest. Some believe in second chances and respect Garrido's coaching skills, while others hope that he is not given special handling just because he is a coach at a major institution.

Garrido, 69, has the most wins of an NCAA Division 1 college baseball coach (1,668) and has earned five national championships during his 39-year career. He is beginning his 12th year at the University of Texas, and has taken the Longhorns to five College World Series and two national championships.

The UT athletic director, Deloss Dodds, said the university is taking the situation seriously. Garrido has been suspended with pay. His salary was raised by $160,000 for the current season to $800,000, and his contract extends to 2012 with incremental raises of at least $50,000 per year. According to his contract, Garrido would be paid $300,000 for each year left on his contract if he is let go. However, if he is found to have violated the university's 'standard of conduct' clause, he would receive nothing.

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Richardson cited statistics claiming that 97 percent of those arrested for impairment and given a blood test show positive signs of illegal drugs. While New Mexico DWI laws already cover the prohibition of driving under the influence of illegal drugs, establishing degree of impairment for prosecution can be difficult. Checking for blood alcohol content in suspected NM DWI cases can be done relatively easy and quickly, but testing for illegal drugs requires a blood sample and time for processing.

A spokesperson with the New Mexico Department of Public Safety said that when motorists are issued driver’s licenses they give their ‘implied consent’ to submit to breath tests to check for driving while intoxicated. The same position is taken when it comes to requiring drivers suspected of drug impairment to submit to a blood test.

Forced blood draws have raised privacy issues, and currently there are no guidelines in place to quantify how much of any particular drug warrants an arrest for impairment. Legal limits for drug presence will have to be established, along with applicable time lines for testing, before someone can be prosecuted for impairment beyond a reasonable doubt. The DPS acknowledged that the task is profoundly challenging.

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The result of the court’s ruling is that breath test evidence will not be allowed in the trials of more than 100 cases of suspected drunk driving in Manatee and Sarasota Counties, Florida. Prosecutors can continue with the cases using other evidence such as field sobriety tests, admissions of guilt and other signs of impairment. Prosecutors accept that some charges will have to be reduced and certain FL DUI cases will be dismissed.

The issue with the Intoxilyzer 5000 is suspected false positive readings. Florida DUI defense lawyers have long argued for access to the equipment’s source code in order to determine if the machine is properly functioning. The maker of the Intoxilyzer 5000, CMI Inc, which has admitted to changing the software even without the knowledge of the state, refuses to divulge the computer’s source code. That refusal has led to numerous suits across the country, and CMI is facing more than $2 million in fines levied by Florida courts.

Judge Henderson tied CMI’s refusal to a violation of a due process afforded to all defendants. Henderson said, “The defendant’s right to a fair trial outweighed the manufacturer’s claim to a trade secret.”

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Fu was charged with drunk driving in Georgia following a traffic stop for turning onto a highway exit ramp in the wrong direction. His blood alcohol content registered .057%, which is below the .08% legal threshold for intoxication in Georgia. Police still charged Fu under its ‘DUI Less Safe’ policy, which allows an officer to subjectively charge someone with DUI whenever alcohol is present and impairment is suspected.

Fu paid a $750 fine for court costs and was sentenced to 12 months probation and 20 hours of community service.

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The totals could increase as the DPS projected the total number of arrests based on arrest reports from 331 of about 400 agencies. However, the statewide figures are well below the 3,428 arrests made in December of 2007. In addition to Minnesota DWI arrests, 1,653 seat belt citations were issued across the state. Those two factors are linked because 70% of vehicular deaths involving alcohol were not wearing a seat belt.

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Dula has been with the CMPD since 2003. She has been placed on administrative leave pending an internal investigation. The police chief expressed concern that a member of the force had been charged with NC DWI but noted that officers will be held responsible whether on or off duty.

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A proposed bill calls for stronger sentences for high risk, repeat offenders and make a fourth offense for driving under the influence in Wyoming a felony. In addition, the law would require ignition interlock devices for anyone convicted of DUI two or more times in a five year period. It would also differentiate between levels of intoxication. Many states have provisions for aggravated DUI which is charged when a motorist has an elevated blood alcohol content, usually .15% of higher or twice the legal limit for intoxication. Offenders with multiple arrests will be subject to increasingly more severe penalties. Currently Wyoming law limits the amount of time that prosecutors can look back for additional DUI convictions. One of the more dramatic changes is the call for criminalizing a refusal to submit to a breath, blood or urine test. Existing law calls for an administrative suspension of a driver’s license for six months if a motorist refuses to take a chemical test to check for BAC.

The bill’s author does not know how far the measure will go in the upcoming legislative session. Last year two smaller bills addressing Wyoming DUI did not get passed. The idea for a single, comprehensive piece of legislation stems from the number of individual DUI bills that have been proposed in the state legislature in recent years. The intent of the sweeping overhaul is to change the way Wyoming and motorists view drinking and driving in the state.

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The Magistrate’s Court sentenced Tindall to a 500 English pound fine (USD $775) and 75 pounds in court costs (USD $115).

Tindall, 30, plays center for Gloucester and was part of the championship English rugby squad at the 2003 World Cup. He apologized for his actions and said that he has learned to allow more time after drinking before driving. Tindall was conviction of drunk driving in 2000 and had his license suspended for 16 months.

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New Jersey DWI suspect leaves door at crash scene – Police investigating a hit-and-run accident scene found a car door that helped them track down an alleged drunk driver. Deirdre Ruth, 20, hit a utility pole and then fled the scene. Police found the door of her 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier at the scene, along with several personal papers with her name and address. Then came a report of a 1996 Chevy Cavalier with a missing door crashing into a stone wall two miles away. Ruth now faces charges of driving while intoxicated in New Jersey, underage drunk driving and numerous moving traffic violations.

Driver switches seats to avoid Utah DUI arrest – An unidentified West Valley City woman was reportedly driving recklessly through a Costco parking lot when she hit a curb and blew out a tire. Before police responded to the scene, the woman switched places with her 15-year old daughter. Witnesses were able to place her behind the wheel at the time of the accident however, and a breath test revealed a blood-alcohol content of .246% or more than three times the legal limit.

Pennsylvania DUI for man doing donuts on airport runway – Police responded to a 24-year old Ohio man doing donuts on the snow and ice covered runway of the Beaver County Airport, 40 miles northwest of Pittsburgh. After initially ignoring orders to stop spinning, the man finally explained to police that he had permission from the Federal Aviation Administration to test brakes on the runway. He was charged with suspicion of drunk driving in Pennsylvania, trespassing and other offenses.

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The Colorado State Patrol joined with 52 county and local police departments in setting up DUI saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints. The campaign ran from 6 pm December 30 to 6:00 pm January 5. Last year the number of CO DUI arrests totaled 473, and in 2006 the figure was 449. The most arrests were made by CSP with a total of 141. Denver police netted 87 arrests and Colorado Springs police had 40.

The Colorado Department of Transportation provided $941,377 in grants last year to law enforcement agencies to fund additional DUI patrols. In addition, more than 3000 taxi vouchers were distributed by bars, hotels and restaurants over the New Year’s holiday to reduce drunk drivers on the street.

Some of the recent batch of DUI defendants will be subject to new Colorado DUI laws that went into effect January 1. In addition to stiffer penalties and fines of up to $10,000, the offenders could lose their driver’s licenses for up to nine months. There is a provision for the return of a license in thirty days if the defendant agrees to install an ignition interlock device that tests for the presence of alcohol before allowing the driver to start the vehicle.

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Hanton, 23, was booked for driving under the influence in Illinois, failure to reduce speed, running a stop sign, aggravated battery of a police officer and resisting arrest.

The special camera was from the Homer Township Fire Protection District.

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Waters, 47, refused to submit to a breath test and he was booked on suspicion of Florida DUI at the Orient Road Jail. He remains in jail pending payment of a $500 bond.

Waters is the pastor at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in the Tampa suburb of Temple Terrace. Previously Father Waters served as vice rector of St. John Vianny College in Miami; director of worship and religious education at the Roman Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg; and at the Blessed Trinity Catholic Church.

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State troopers attribute the reduction to a weakened economy, the fact that the holiday fell in the middle of the week and the impact of safe driving and anti-Georgia DUI messages.

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The governor’s spokesperson, Lydia Lenker, said that, “when the state’s economy took a downturn, we had to set...legislation aside.” There was a decision to push for one change that had the most impact, Administrative License Revocation, which called for the immediate seizure of a driver’s license from those suspected of drunk driving in Tennessee. The proposed legislation made it through both houses of the state General Assembly before studies showed that the law would create no revenue and would cost $2.8 million in the first year alone. There was little opposition to the bill though the sponsors abandoned the effort for budget reasons.

Lawmakers say that public safety remains a key concern, but acknowledge that there has to be fiscal responsibility in any legislative effort. Some of the smaller DUI changes that were enacted in 2008 included: - Reinstating a 48-hour jail sentence for first offenders of Tennessee DUI and 24-hours of roadside trash pick-up wearing vests that say ‘I am a drunk driver’. Previously the law called for 24-hours each of incarceration and trash pick-up. - Removing the two hour limit for conducting breath or blood tests after an arrest for suspected TN DUI. - Clarifying prosecution in cases of child injury in a alcohol related accident.

The legislative priorities of anti-DUI advocacy groups call for resurrection of the license revocation bill as well as lowering the legal threshold for intoxication from the existing BAC of .08% and making the installation of ignition interlock devices mandatory for all convicted DUI offenders. Ms. Lenker said that cost neutrality will be the key during the upcoming legislative session. With the governor working to reduce spending and close a $1 billion budget gap, adding programs that require new positions and costs is not feasible. DUI related issues, like license revocation, will need to wait for a better economic outlook.

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The device requires the motorist to breath into a tube and the breath sample is testing for blood alcohol content. If alcohol above a preset limit is detected, the device disables the vehicle ignition. Currently the requirement for the installation of an ignition interlock device is at the discretion of the court, which takes a number of factors into consideration before making its decision, including as the results of an alcohol abuse evaluation and any prior DUI convictions. California DUI law provides for restricted licenses in certain situations though Feuer cites that motorists can still drink and drive. The proposed bill would call for the replacement of the restricted license with the mandatory installation of an ignition interlock.

There will be no taxpayer funds involved with the new legislation. Those convicted of California DUI will be required to pay for the installation and the monthly fee for maintenance of the ignition interlock. The pilot program would begin in July 1, 2010 and run until January 1, 2015.

Similar legislation has been passed into law in five states, including Illinois, New Mexico and, most recently, Alaska. Initial reports indicate that repeat offenses for driving while intoxicated are down in those states.

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Sinker failed a field sobriety test and was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence in Pennsylvania.

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Alaska joins five other states in requiring ignition interlock devices for all, even first time, DUI offenders.

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Torn failed part of a field sobriety test and refused to submit to a breath test, and he was booked on suspicion of drunk driving in Connecticut. The 77-year actor pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence and failure to drive in the proper lane.

This is Torn’s third DUI arrest in five years. In April 2007, he paid a fine and had his license suspended for driving while intoxicated in New York. He was acquitted for NY DWI in 2004 after jurors said the prosecution failed to prove Torn had been drinking prior to a fender bender with a taxi cab. As it is his first Connecticut DUI offense, Torn may be able to qualify for Connecticut’s alcohol education program which would lead to the dropping of the charges if he successfully completes terms of probation.

Torn has appeared in a number of movies and television series, including ‘Men in Black’, ‘The Larry Sanders Show’ and a recurring role on ‘Thirty Rock’.

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The unidentified teen failed a field sobriety test and was arrested for failing to have control of her vehicle while intoxicated. While she admitted to having driven around for hours, the underage motorist was not charged with North Dakota DUI because her keys were in her purse and the vehicle was parked at the time of the arrest.

Police feel her call was a plea for help. The girl said that she had been drinking for much of the previous two weeks and that she felt her life was out of control. She was released to the custody of her parents on New Year’s Day.

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The effort is in reaction to motorists who refuse to submit to a breath test to check blood alcohol content. Such refusal is permissible under state law, though it hinders prosecution of Texas DWI cases because of a lack of evidence. The Texas DWI law states that a blood draw is appropriate for testing motorists who have a prior DWI conviction who have caused an accident with injury. However, both county sheriff’s departments and municipal police departments have implemented ‘no refusal’ programs in their crackdown on drunk driving in Texas. Judges are available for the issuance of search warrants that forces motorists to comply with the request for a blood sample.

Central Texas Police Chief Art Acevedo has used such a tactic to check for driving while intoxicated in Austin. In 2005, the Fort Worth suburb of Dalworthington Gardens was the first to train officers in blood draw procedures. Harris County has used evidentiary warrants about 300 times during the past 16 months.

The American Civil Liberties Union has questioned the programs from a number of perspectives. Besides being an expansion of what the law outlines, the group has found that warrants are often rubber stamped without probable cause and they are a violation of privacy as protected by the constitution. The actual person and facility in which a blood draw can be taken is also clearly outlined by Texas law because it is considered evidence in a criminal case. In apparent contrast to the law, in some cases police officers are being trained to perform blood draws in jail facilities rather than using a phlebotomists or trained nurses in hospitals.

Police say that the blood draw policy is part of an on-going campaign against Texas DWI, and that it is gaining acceptance from law enforcement agencies and prosecutors across the state.

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Shepard, 65, was driving from Minnesota through Illinois on his was home to Kentucky. He appeared in the films 'Black Hawk Down', 'Swordfish', 'The Pelican Brief' and 'The Notebook'. He received a Pulitzer in 1979 for his play 'Buried Child'. Shepard lives with his longtime partner Jessica Lange, with whom he has two children.

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Last September the 47-year old Locklear was charged with California DUI in Montecito after a 911 call alerted police to her erratic driving. She was determined to be impaired by prescription drugs. A blood test confirmed no presence of alcohol or illegal narcotics.

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In the San Francisco Bay Area, officers arrested 84 drivers for California DUI, more than twice the number in 2007. The increase in drunk driving arrests surprised law enforcement officers, as the number of DUI arrests made during the Christmas holiday were down as much as 40%.

The arrest reporting period started early evening New Year’s Eve and ended early morning on New Year’s Day.

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During the drunk driving crackdown, police patrolled the streets accompanied by a mobile breath testing bus. The effort started at 9 pm New Year’s Eve and ended at 5 am New Year’s Day.

Police Chief Art Acevedo has reported that alcohol related deaths fell in the last year. Alcohol is now involved in 37% of all traffic fatalities in Austin.

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Neer was booked for drunk driving in Iowa and freed on a $7000 bond.

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]]> http://www.dui.com/dui-library/texas/news/first-2009-arrest-for-texas-dwi-in-waco Driver crashes into police cruiser to be first charged with drunk driving in 2009. Monica Sun, 04 Jan 2009 10:17:19 -0600 The first 2009 arrest for driving while intoxicated in Waco, Texas came with a bang early Thursday morning. Shortly after midnight, Martin Flores, 23, crashed his 1997 Pontiac Grand Am into the back of a police cruiser that was stopped at an intersection.

The accident caused little damage to either vehicle and no one was injured. Flores was booked on suspicion of drunk driving in Waco at the McLennan County Jail and released Thursday afternoon.

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Officers made 26,917 traffic stops resulting in 2,262 DUI arrests. A spokesperson for the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety said the total number of arrests were down from the previous year, though that was partly influenced by the fact that the enforcement window was a week less due to a late Thanksgiving. Of the arrests, 175 drivers were charged with extreme DUI which is applied when the blood alcohol content is .15% of greater. The legal limit for intoxication in Arizona is .08%. The average BAC of all the arrested drivers was .148%.

The arrest total includes 143 charges of underage Arizona DUI.

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The same penalties apply if a breath test reveals a BAC of .01% or greater.

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Weehawken police were alerted to a gray Ferrari 430 that had hit several cars around 6:30 pm. Police managed to pull over the vehicle but as they approached, Sainato sped away, striking a Subaru station wagon in his attempted escape. The Ferrari then struck two more vehicles a few hundred yards away. One of those vehicles, a Chevrolet Impala carrying six people, flipped over and came to a rest on its roof. Finally the Ferrari, which had a value of $262,000 when new, hit a Nissan Maxima, damaging yet another vehicle with flying debris.

Sainato was treated for head trauma at a local medical center. Four of the six people in the Impala were treated for non-life threatening injuries.

The results of tests for blood alcohol content are still pending. Sainato faces several charges, including driving while intoxicated in New Jersey.

Sainato was arrested for making terroristic threats last September 30. On November 23 he was charged again with making terroristic threats and for aggravated assault. He is currently out on $250,000 bail for those charges. Last February, Sainato sideswiped another vehicle and hit a tree, for which he was charged with drunk driving in New Jersey and resisting arrest. In the early 90’s, he spent four year in prison for various crimes, including conspiracy to commit arson. Sainato received four years probation in July 2003 for assault by auto.

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Wilson was charged with aggravated Illinois DUI, driving with a suspended license, failure to yield the right of way and the illegal transport of alcohol. He was released after posting a $1000 bond.

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Barkley was booked for driving under the influence in Arizona. He was released and he left in a cab.

Barkley’s AZ DUI arrest took place in the Old Town area of Scottsdale, a trendy spot in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

Barkley played sixteen seasons in the NBA for three different teams. He was an 11 time All-Star and the league MVP in 1993. Barkley also represented the United States in the Olympic ‘Dream Teams’ of 1992 and 1996.

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The 'ignition interlock license' allows DUI offenders to drive legally to work, school or child care while their regular license has been suspended. The motorists are required to breathe into a device that disables the vehicle when alcohol is detected. The intent is to offer an option for those who need to drive, while still providing for public safety.

According to Washington DUI law, a conviction for drunk driving can lead to the suspension of a driver’s license for 90 days to four years, depending on the driver’s record and specifics of the DUI arrest. The license suspension is part of a separate civil case, so defendants can see the criminal charges reduced or dismissed and still lose their licenses. That has often led motorists to drive illegally. Statistics show that 75-85% of those with suspended licenses continue to drive.

The legislators who drafted the special license bill thought limited driving privileges coupled with the mandatory installation an interlock device was a good balance. A State Patrol spokesperson expressed hope that the program would help those who really wanted to avoid another incident of drunk driving in Washington. Those who had their licenses suspended because they refused to submit to a breath test to check for blood alcohol content during an arrest for Washington DUI are also eligible to enroll in the new program. Motorists convicted of vehicular assault or vehicular homicide in the past seven years are not eligible.

By requesting the special license and interlock installation, defendants waive their right to appeal their license suspension and must provide documentation of insurance. There is a fee of $120, part of which goes to a fund for low-income clients. There is a monthly fee of $65-75 for the ignition interlock device. The device is usually required for the duration of the regular license suspension, though it can be mandated for up to 10 years.

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Welch was booked at the Shreveport City Jail on charges of suspicion of drunk driving in Louisiana around 4:00 am. He was later released on bond.

Welch is a three year veteran with the Shreveport Police Department, assigned to the Uniformed Services Division. He is on administrative leave pending an investigation.

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San Francisco has a similar campaign titled 'Avoid the 14', and it runs during the same time as Alameda County’s effort. Through midnight Friday, law enforcement reported 85 arrests for suspicion of drunk driving in San Francisco, a slight increase over last year. So far this season there have been no traffic fatalities attributable to alcohol.

Sonoma County also reported a decrease in California DUI arrests, from 165 last year to 143 this year.

The California Highway Patrol has said that DUI arrests are down statewide this holiday season by more than a third. Through Friday, CHP officers attributed for 48 of the arrests for DUI in the Bay Area, a steep drop from the 164 arrests made in 2007.

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It is hoped that the unappealing visual will cause motorists to think twice before driving under the influence in Illinois. The "loser" campaign starts on the advent of a new, strict Illinois DUI law. On January 1 anyone convicted of drunk driving in Illinois will be required to install an ignition interlock device in their vehicle if they wish to retain their driving privileges. The device disables the vehicle if a breath sample contains alcohol above a pre-set limit. Such an effort to reduce DUI have been gaining favor in states and are being pushed politically by anti-drunk driving advocacy groups. Evidence shows that the overwhelming majority of drivers accused of driving under the influence never repeat the offense. More moderate voices say that focusing on the small percentage of chronic drunk drivers is a more effective way of reducing the problem of drunk driving, and that the effort should include alcohol rehabilitation.

The ad campaign was developed by a Chicago ad agency and it will be distributed via television, radio and on-line.

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The Florida Department of Highway Safety reports a 10 percent drop in the number of DUI related fatalities in the state over the past ten months. Officials cite better law enforcement and a decrease in driving due to higher gas prices. December, however, statistically has one of the highest rates of DUI arrests, with a reported 4 out of 10 alcohol related accidents with fatality occurring in the last two weeks of the month.

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Each December, state law enforcement agencies initiate crackdowns on drunk driving in Minnesota. In the last three years, a total of more than 10,000 motorists have been charged with MN DWI during December. The weekend prior to Christmas day historically records the second highest number of DWI arrests for the entire year. The first is the St. Patrick’s Day party window.

The goal is to have party goers make plans for a safe ride home before heading out for the evening. The giver of the gift card offers the recipient their services as a designated driver. The cards are free and can me found at MinnesotaSafeandSober.org.

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Concerns were raised during the decision making process because the manufacturer of the Intoxilyzer 8000, CMI Inc of Kentucky, is involved in several law suits with states over the equipment’s software. A suspicion of bid rigging has also been raised because the Ohio Department of Health official who wrote the state’s specifications for the device is friends with the president of CMI. An Ohio based firm that had previously supplied law enforcement with such equipment was excluded from the specification process. In fact, the process reportedly excluded all competitors.

The State Controlling Board voted unanimously to approve the acquisition. While acknowledging that the departments of health and public safety could have made a better case for the Intoxilyzer 8000, the legislators thought there was no reason not to buy the devices.

The Intoxilyzer 8000 will first be put into use in southwest Ohio. The handheld device will replace larger units now used to test for driving under the influence in Ohio.

The two state agencies say that the Intoxilyzer has been tested in a range of temperatures and climate conditions and been found to perform well. The concern is that the equipment has been the focus of several lawsuits recently. Judges in Florida, Arizona and Minnesota have ordered CMI, the Kentucky manufacturer of the Intoxilyzer 8000, to release the software code. To date the company has refused to do so and large penalties have been accrued. The software is the center of an on-going debate as to the accuracy of the breath test. Rather than being a static test with a single code version, each state has the latitude to define tolerances it finds acceptable. Drunk driving defense lawyers have challenged those variables and also claim that the manufacturer has changed the software authorized by the states without their knowledge or permission, leading to the possibility of false BAC readings.

Ohio Controlling Board is expected to announce a decision today.

Under New Mexico DWI law, the state begins an administrative process to suspend a motorist’s driver’s license after a charge of driving while intoxicated is entered. This is separate from the criminal charges associated with the DWI arrest. The motorist has the right to petition for an Administrative License Revocation hearing and attempt to retain his or her driving privileges.

The new policy of allowing an officer to submit paperwork, rather than appear at the hearing, is aimed at getting more license suspensions. It does not affect the court process of prosecuting a NM DWI. The new license hearing procedure will begin in Bernalillo and San Juan Counties in January, and then be expanded statewide.

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Following an investigation by the police department’s Office of Professional Standards, Peters was issued two traffic tickets; one for NY DWI and another for having a blood alcohol level above the legal limit of .08%. Peters was suspended with pay. He is scheduled to be arraigned in January.

Peters, 42, was recently suspended over two separate incidents; using a racial slur during a bar fight and threatening to kill his former wife.

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The flashlights have been used in Livermore California and are beginning to see wider acceptance. The sensor has a color-based measurement scale that goes from green to red depending on the amount of alcohol detected. A Livermore officer says they are a great tool for California DUI enforcement, when used properly.

The California Vehicle Code, however, clearly states that a law enforcement officer requires the permission of the driver to take a preliminary alcohol test. Typically a portable breath test device is used when drunk driving in California is suspected. The American Civil Liberties Union and other critics say the special alcohol detecting flashlights infringe on an individual’s rights. They clarify that the device only tests the ambient air, meaning that a completely sober person, like a designated driver, could be forced to undergo further tests and even be arrested for CA DUI.

Police say the flashlight is just another tool. When alcohol is detected, the officer is supposed to perform additional investigative techniques, such as conducting a field sobriety tests or taking a breath or blood sample.

Traffic injuries attributable to California DUI in Alameda County are down 10% over the past five years.

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An Oklahoma State Patrol trooper spotted Thompson's vehicle stopped along side the road at 2:30 in the morning. The officer reported that the ex-judge had bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and there was a strong odor of alcohol. Thompson told the trooper he did not know why he had a flat tire and damage to the driver's side of his vehicle. It was later determined that he had hit a bridge wall. A breath test revealed a blood alcohol content of .11%, above the .08% legal limit for intoxication in Oklahoma. Thompson was booked at the Tulsa jail on charges of Oklahoma drunk driving. He was released after posting a $1000 bond.

Thompson had been a judge for 22 years when he was caught masturbating. He was convicted of indecent exposure, fined $40,000 and sentenced to four consecutive one year terms. He spent over 8 months in jail before being released for good-behavior. Thompson said he used a penis pump to masturbate during four trials between 2001 and 2003, though he denied using the device while on the bench. He was required to register as a sex offender and he was disbarred by the Oklahoma Supreme Court.

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Garrison reportedly had been drinking at a party on December 2, 2006. He met Setian, 17, and two high-school age women as he went to purchase more alcohol at a Beverly Hills liquor store. On the way back to the party, Garrison ran a red light, jumped a curb and crashed into a tree. His vehicle ended up on its side, causing blunt force trauma to Setian. Garrison's blood alcohol content at the time was reportedly 0.15%, nearly twice the legal limit for intoxication. He was booked on charges of driving under the influence in LA.

Setian's parents are seeking an undisclosed amount for medical expenses, burial and funeral expenses, legal fees and punitive damages. One of the female passengers has also filed a negligence suit against Garrison.

Garrison had been undergoing alcohol abuse treatment while in prison. He was transferred from Cochoran State Prison to a medium-security in Tehachapi, however, and the new facility does not have treatment services because of budget cut-backs.

Garrison appeared in the television series 'Prison Break'.

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Records show that Florida DUI arrests spike in December. The Port Orange police hope to encourage motorists to consider the impact of drunk driving in Volusia County and to select safe modes of transport when they have been drinking.

The billboards were developed by local crime prevention officer David Miller. Lamar Advertising donated use of its billboards for the campaign.

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Berry was stopped for speeding in Johnson County, south of Fort Worth, in early November. Police detected signs of intoxication and spotted beer cans in Berry’s SUV. Berry refused to submit to either field sobriety tests or a breath test. Police secured a warrant for a blood sample, which was taken about three hours after the initial traffic stop. The result of the blood test has not been released, though the Johnson County Attorney used it as a basis for charging Berry with Texas DWI.

Berry’s Texas drunk driving defense attorney argues that there are strict state requirements for the environment in which a blood draw can be conducted, and the Johnson County jail does not meet them. He went on to say that all oral and written statements made during the DWI arrest should be suppressed because the arrest and search were made without probable cause or reasonable suspicion.

Neither the local law enforcement agency nor the Johnson County Sheriff’s Department have issued a comment on the matter. If found guilty of driving while intoxicated in Texas, Berry faces 180 days in jail, loss of driver’s license and a $2,000 fine.

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Another motorist alerted the Florida Highway Patrol to an erratic driver on the interstate. After Welch was stopped, he speculated that a mixture of two beers and arthritis medicine had done him in. A breath test conducted 90 minutes after the initial traffic stop however revealed a blood alcohol content of .173, over twice the legal limit for driving while intoxicated in Florida. He also failed several field sobriety tests.

Welch has been a corrections officer with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office for nearly 2 years. His responsibilities included guarding and moving inmates at the Lee County jail. It is not known where he was employed previously.

Welch was booked for Florida DUI and briefly held before being released on bond. He surrendered his badge, firearm, ammunition, department jacket and identification, and was placed on administrative leave.

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During the sentencing hearing Fossella said he had made a mistake but argued that his blood alcohol content could not have been as high as the recorded .17%. Under Virginia DUI laws, jail is mandatory when the BAC at the time of arrest is above .15%. Fossella’s DUI defense attorney claimed the breath testing equipment must have had a ‘software glitch’.

Fossella is the lone Republican representative from the New York City area. His political career unraveled following is May 1 arrest. In addition to the VA drunk driving charge, it was revealed that he had fathered a child in an extramarital affair. The series of revelations led Fossella to say that he would not seek re-election. His current term expires next January.

Fossella and his attorney indicated that the recent sentencing hearing was just the first step in a lengthy process. An appeal was filed immediately after the judge meted out judgment.

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'The Storm' will be in effect through the upcoming holidays, ending January 4. Radio and television ads will be broadcast in English and Spanish, and billboards will be placed on state highways.

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There are reportedly 10,000 outstanding warrants in Arizona that stem from a DUI arrest. The Phoenix campaign is called ‘Operation MADD About It’ and it signals a new effort to execute the court ordered warrants. On the first day of implementation the operation netted 14 arrests. Phoenix police Cmdr. Frank Milstead said that the task force should be of concern to those with outstanding DUI warrants, stating, “If we find you, you’ll go to jail”. He went on to say that those who turn themselves in will be required to pay a fine but will avoid jail time beyond the normal penalty for DUI.

Additional task forces in the Valley are planning similar DUI enforcement task forces, and the Phoenix police has offered assistance.

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County Commissioners have responded by saying that no formal action has been taken and the final budget will not be passed until December 22. They were also adamant that no drunks would be released onto the streets. The first draft of the $482 million county budget for 2009 calls for no tax increase and a trimming of expenditures. Shutting the DUI centers would save the county $300,000. The centers are currently funded from the county’s general fund. $150 from each fee paid into an accelerated rehabilitative disposition program for Montgomery County drunk driving helps offset the costs.

The first DUI center was established eleven years ago, aimed at expediting the blood alcohol testing and processing of a suspected drunk driver so an officer could return to patrol more rapidly. The centers however are not open 24/7 and they are underutilized by all law enforcement agencies. Municipal police departments are allowed access to the facilities but typically take suspects to hospitals for blood draw instead. More than 1600 Pennsylvania DUI arrests have been made in Montgomery County during the 20 months between February 2007 and August 2008, though it is not known how many went through the special DUI centers.

All sides of the issue have expressed interest in determining what best serves the community. That must, however, cover both public safety and fiscal responsibility.

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The terms of Alexander's probation from the LA DUI required him to spend time at a county morgue and complete an alcohol education class. He missed two required morgue appointments and was arrested on December 3. He is scheduled to be released from jail December 9.

Britney Spears and Jason Alexander were married for 55 hours following a Las Vegas impromptu wedding in 2005.

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Sheep attends more than 300 events a year as the mascot. He earned the job in January 2007 by doing 50 one-armed push-ups. Sheep, who is a senior at Penn State, is required to maintain a 3.0 grade point average as part of a scholarship deal.

Some disciplinary action is expected be taken though the Office of Judicial Affairs has not said whether the DUI arrest will impact Sheep's ability to don the costume for Penn State's appearance at the Rose Bowl.

'The Nittany Lion' is not the first mascot to get into trouble. Stanford's 'Tree' was charged with public intoxication, Miami's 'Sebastian the Ibis' was arrested with an extinguisher in the stadium just before an attempt to extinguish the Florida State mascot's flaming spear, and Wisconsin's 'Bucky' was busted for not wearing pants while walking down the streets of Madison.

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Law enforcement agencies across the state will be conducting random sobriety checkpoints and enhanced drunk driving patrols on Thanksgiving weekend and then every weekend in December and the first weekend in January. According to New Mexico DWI czar Rachel O’Connor, the state typically only conducts two short Superblitzes.

The winter Superblitz looking for motorists who are suspected of driving while intoxicated in New Mexico will end January 4, 2009.

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The driver of the van suffered a concussion and treated and released at a local hospital. Gable, who was off-duty at the time of the accident, was not seriously injured. He has been charged with drunk driving in Philadelphia and he could face additional charges after a review by the District Attorney. Official penalties, including suspension, could also be meted out by the Police Commission.

Gable, 21, is a one year veteran assigned to the 25th District. According to a police spokesperson, Gable has been assigned desk duty and his “police powers have been stripped.”

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Showing up drunk at Pennsylvania DUI hearing earns jail time – Travis Hudson, 23, appeared at his court hearing for drunk driving in Pennsylvania disheveled and intoxicated. After a breath test showed his blood alcohol content was well above the legal limit, the judge promptly revoked bail and tossed Hatboro in jail. In addition to PA DUI charges he has now been cited for public drunkenness.

Man earns New Hampshire DWI for driving friend to DWI hearing – Edward Cooper, 50, drove his friend to the Candia courthouse for a NH drunk driving hearing. Cooper proceeded to ram the curb outside the courthouse, drawing the attention of law enforcement. Cooper now has his own hearing coming up for drunk driving.

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Trauma doctors are not required by law to report drunk drivers. Even if the case is reported, there typically is no evidence for the prosecutor to work with as doctors are also not required to test for blood alcohol content.

There is a financial reason for not testing for alcohol, as insurance providers routinely use a 60-year old federal statute to deny coverage for injuries caused by intoxication. Instead of running the risk of not being reimbursed for services, hospitals limit their actions to their primary function of treating the injured. Doctors have also said that it is not their role to act as law enforcement.

Six states do require hospitals to report drunk drivers and eleven states have laws requiring insurance companies to pay claims for alcohol related injuries. While such measures have been proposed in the Texas State Legislature during the past three sessions, currently the state has neither provision. In the interim, motorists who have been involved with alcohol related accidents are not being charged with Texas DWI.

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Williams was involved in a deadly accident with his squad car in August 2007. He pulled out in front of a motorcycle, striking and killing the rider. In May 2008 he was convicted of careless driving. He was prohibited from driving county issued vehicles and was re-assigned to duty as a court bailiff. His license was supposed to have been suspended for one year though it was reinstated in October, just five months later. Williams also has a 1998 North Carolina DWI conviction, meaning the recent arrest could be filed as DWI second offense.

Williams has been with the county sheriff’s department since 2000. Following the drunk driving arrest he was placed on paid administrative leave, which angered the Dakota County Chief Deputy.

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Kardashian was sentenced to 36 months of probation following a no-contest plea to a 2007 arrest for driving under the influence in California. She was required to complete community service and attend alcohol education classes. She failed to do both and in July of this year was ordered to re-enroll in the alcohol awareness program. Because community service was no longer an option, Kardashian was sentenced to 30 days in jail. However, due to facility overcrowding, she spent only five hours behind bars. Kardashian technically remains on probation but the judge presiding over the case has said no additional hearings are scheduled.

Khloe Kardashian frequently appears on the E! reality series chronicling the exploits of her sister Kim Kardashian. She also recently completed a second season of ‘The Celebrity Apprentice’.

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The Van Buren police said the mail vehicle was recovered by the US Postal Service following the DWI arrest.

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Krusee was arrested for suspicion of driving while intoxicated in northwest Austin on April 30, 2008. He was reportedly driving erratically prior to a traffic stop and had expired vehicle registration. The officer detected alcohol and noted that Krusee's eyes were bloodshot. Krusee failed three field sobriety tests though he refused to submit to a breath test, which left the arresting officer's testimony and the dash-cam video as the only evidence in the case. Krusee's DWI defense attorney argued that his client's stumbling and field sobriety test errors may have been caused by the wind that was apparent in the video and that the videotape evidence was inconclusive for a DWI conviction. The judge agreed.

The percentage of DWI arrests in Williamson County that are dismissed is about 30%. Some of those are plead to lesser charges so a complete dismissal such as Krusee received is unusual.

In 2003, Krusee lead the effort to enact a driver responsibility program in Texas calling for stiff surcharges against those found guilty of drunk driving. It included a $1,000 charge for a first conviction of driving under the influence in Texas, and a $1,000 fee for each of three years payable to the Department of Public Safety in order to renew a driver’s license.

Related news articles:
TX DPS Refuses to Release Video of Mike Krusee’s DWI Arrest in Austin (May 23, 2008)
State Lawmaker Mike Krusee Charged with Texas DWI in NW Austin (May 1, 2008)

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The report is the sixth such accounting. It indicates a slight drop in drunk-driving related fatalities from 2006 to 2007. It also shows an increase in the number of arrests for driving under the influence in Utah; up 639 arrests to a total of 15,300. The fiscal accounting period ended June 30.

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Locklear was arrested on September 27 in Montecito after a paparazzo called to 911 about erratic driving. The caller later photographed Locklear's California DUI arrest. According to the arresting officer with the California Highway Patrol, Locklear was obstructing a traffic lane and appeared disoriented. While alcohol was ruled out, the actress failed a field sobriety test and drugs were suspected.

She was booked on misdemeanor charges of driving under the influence of drugs and being under the influence of a controlled substance. No alcohol or illegal narcotics were present in her blood test and the latter charge was dropped, though prescription medications were discovered. The filing of formal charges was delayed while waiting for a full investigation and the results of a toxicology test. Locklear will be formally arraigned January 26, 2009.

Locklear, 47, appeared on many television shows, including 'Dynasty', 'Melrose Place' and 'TJ Hooker'.

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The average processing time for a blood test was four to five weeks before the additional caseload was assigned to the Augusta lab. Now the average is 12 weeks, with some cases taking as long as 25 weeks. Prosecutors can not proceed with cases of Georgia DUI without toxicology results and the criminal justice system has slowed dramatically.

The budget cuts that lead to the increased workload at the Augusta facility were due to a shortfall in state revenue that has been described as “the worst..ever seen.”

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The machine gives four responses; Pass, Alert, Failed and High. The Alert indicates a small presence of alcohol, Failed indicates a BAC of .08 to .149 and High reflects a BAC of .15 or higher. Under Oklahoma DUI law, the latter would qualify for charges of aggravated DUI. Prior to the issuance of the hand-held devices, State troopers would conduct field sobriety tests. A drunken driving suspect would then be taken to a county jail for booking and asked to submit to a breath test using the Intoxilyzer 8000. While the new device are approved by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as evidentiary breath testing equipment, the Highway Patrol will only use it to determine suspicion of driving under the influence, and still rely on an Intoxilyzer test for evidence that can be used in court.

The new equipment provides a lightweight, hand-held device that is easy and convenient to use in the field. Thirty-two of the $400 devices have been issued to Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers in Bryan County.

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McKenzie is a native of Trenton, New Jersey. He played for Penn State and an eight year veteran with the NFL. McKenzie has played all but three games for the Giants since joining the team for the 2005 season. The Giants organization has indicated McKenzie will play during this week’s game against the Baltimore Ravens, clarifying that only the league, not the individual team, has the right to impose penalties for alcohol or drug offenses. The NFL says that first time offenders for something like DWI must typically enter a substance abuse program and could be subject to suspension or a fine. Head coach Tom Coughlin has been supportive of his offensive lineman, indicating that McKenzie has shown remorse for his mistake.

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Braun was booked at the Wright County Jail on charges of drunk driving. The results of a blood test are pending.

Braun has been a deputy with the Hennepin County Sheriff's Department since 1993. He has a prior conviction for careless driving stemming from a DWI arrest on New Year's Day 1995.

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Bobby Dodge was driving a semi-truck loaded with beer when he overturned on a curved off-ramp. While not injured he was charged with driving under the influence in Colorado. The interstate exit was closed for 5 hours though no beer was spilled.

At a sobriety checkpoint in Portsmouth New Hampshire police asked Peter Glidden to step out of his SUV. Glidden responded by speeding off with tires squealing, nearly hitting the patrol officer. Unfortunately he forgot that he had already handed the officer his driver’s license and registration. Glidden, 32, now faces charges of marijuana possession, disobeying an officer, reckless conduct and misdemeanor New Hampshire DUI.

During a booking for suspicion of driving while intoxicated in New Jersey, Peter Tourison applied Chapstick to his lips. That delayed a breath test because NJ DWI law states nothing can be in or around a driver’s mouth for 20 minutes before the test is administered. When the first tube of Chapstick was confiscated, Tourison produced and used another. Then he placed a penny in his mouth. It is suspected that, as a municipal judge, Tourison knew the procedures involved with a breath test and was trying to foil the result. Finally a breath test revealed a blood alcohol content of .08%, the legal limit for intoxication. Tourison, 57, now faces New Jersey DWI and charges from the New Jersey Advisory Committee on Attorney Ethics.

During his 8-year tenure as state police commissioner, Paul J. Evanko was a diligent crusader against drunk driving in Pennsylvania. A photo of Evanko with boxing gloves once appeared on anti-DUI billboards that read, “We're taking off the gloves against DUI offenders.” He implored motorists to not make a mistake when impaired by alcohol. Evanko, 60, ran into another vehicle with his Honda sedan in Dauphin County near Harrisburg around 10:00 pm. Police detected alcohol and arrested the former state top cop for PA DUI. His blood alcohol content was 0.183%, more than twice the legal limit for intoxication.

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Twelve years ago a similar challenge to another breath testing machine lead to the dismissal of approximately 5,000 cases of drunk driving in Tucson over several months. The Intoxilyzer 8000 offers a portable piece of equipment to test blood alcohol content of motorists suspected of drunk driving. The Intoxilyzer 8000 is used by most law enforcement agencies in Arizona, as well as seven other states and three government agencies.

The source code used in the Intoxilyzer 8000 has come under challenge from several states. The code is changed for each state to reflect local liquor laws and equipment specifications. Since being implemented in Arizona, the approved version of the equipment's code has been changed multiple times. It is feared that errors and code-based assumptions made by the computer could lead to inaccurate BAC readings and thus false charges of DUI. Even CMI has testified that that there are problems with the latest software version. CMI has been ordered buy several courts across the United States to provide the source code of its equipment, but has refused. The company has accumulated more than $1 million in fines in Florida alone for refusing to cooperate with a court order.

Prosecutors defend the equipment, with one Pima County official stating that the software has been tested by the Arizona Department of Public Safety and the federal government “a bazillion times.” Still, many cases of drunk driving have been dismissed because of judges and justices have refused to enter the results of a breath test into evidence. If the Intoxilyzer 8000 is found unreliable in Tucson it could lead to the dismissal of many thousands of DUI cases. The Intoxilyzer 8000 was placed in service in Tucson on December 1, 2006. In all of 2007 and so far this year, Tucson police have charged 5,963 motorists with suspicion of driving under the influence in Arizona.

A county judge has given CMI until November 10 to provide the source code in electronic format.

As part of the Governor’s Highway Safety Program, law enforcement officers conducted over 2,000 sobriety checkpoints and dedicated DWI patrols. The counties with the highest number of arrests for drunk driving in North Carolina were Pitt with 68 arrests, Wake with 41 and Mecklenburg with 31.

A total of 18,913 traffic and criminal citations were issued across the state during the campaign for seat belt violations, speeding, drugs possession and child safety violations. 112 fugitives were apprehended and 19 stolen cars were recovered.

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Some agencies, like the El Paso County Sheriff’s Department, engaged in extra patrols for motorists suspected of drunk driving in Colorado on Friday, but did not continue the effort through the weekend. The announced crackdown was supposed to end at 3:00 am Monday morning and include the Colorado Springs area police departments of Colorado Springs, Canon City, Fort Carson, Woodland Park and Fountain and the sheriff’s departments from Pueblo, El Paso and Fremont counties. The sign boards were deactivated Sunday afternoon.

A spokesperson with the Colorado Department of Transportation said it is possible for just special Colorado DUI patrol units to know of a crackdown and not the entire police department. He called the signs a deterrent, saying that signs will be on when there are extra patrols somewhere. Even if not a planned, coordinated effort, there could be regular police patrols in the area.

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GSP Nighthawks is a team of officers that has received specialized training in the identification of a suspected drunk driver. Nighthawk patrols focus on DUI enforcement in Fulton, Cobb, DeKalb, Gwinnett and Clayton Counties in the Atlanta metro area. The state troopers have arrested 679 motorists for drunk driving in Georgia so far in 2008. Last year the team made a total of 1,054 arrests for drunk driving. The Nighthawks Task Force has been recognized internationally as the best DUI enforcement initiative in North America.

The ALS program prepares troopers for license suspension hearings. Under Georgia DUI law the state may seek to administratively suspend a motorist's driver's license following an arrest for DUI. This is a separate action from the criminal DUI case which is addressed through the court system. The motorist is afforded the opportunity to challenge the suspension by requesting an Administrative License Suspension hearing. The Georgia State Patrol program provides training, legal assistance and even legal representation to officers for the hearing. The program also conducts research and helps with the filing of motions relevant to the license suspension.

Statistics indicate that one third of traffic fatalities in Georgia can be attributed to alcohol impairment. The objective of the GSP Nighthawk and ALS programs is to reduce that figure.

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The CSP troop in Fort Collins is the first to use the technology which utilizes color coded pins to indicate the locations and types of accidents over a set period of time. In addition to patrolling major highways, the focus has included roads near liquor stores and recreation areas. While the troop has changed its patrol schedules and targets, a spokesperson said that it is the first year of the system's use so its effectiveness is not yet known.

The mapping technology is being shared with the Larimer County Sheriff's Office, which says the collaboration has helped them better enforce the law and arrest motorists suspected of drunk driving in Colorado.

If you have been arrested for you will need to hire a Colorado DUI lawyer to represent you on your drunk driving charge. ]]> http://www.dui.com/dui-library/new-york/news/increased-patrols-yield-35-arrests-for-dwi-in-niagara-county-new-york Month long effort by Niagara County Sheriff's Office following two deadly accidents in September. Bill Wed, 12 Nov 2008 20:36:21 -0600 The Niagara County Sheriff's Office engaged in a month long crackdown on motorists driving drunk in New York. The increased NY DWI patrols were initiated after there were two accidents involving alcohol with fatalities on a single September day.

The arrests for drunk driving in Niagara County during October totaled 35. Three involved felony DWI charges meaning that the motorists had previous drunk driving convictions in the last ten years. Nine arrests were made by sheriff’s department patrols during the afternoon shift, with the remainder occurring during the midnight shift.

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Cash reportedly was involved in an accident near NW 63 and N. Western around 1:00 pm Sunday. While leaving the scene he collided with a second vehicle. The second crash was witnessed by a Nichols Hills officer who pursued Cash. Cash crashed into three more vehicles at the intersection of NW 63 and N. Grand Boulevard, and was finally apprehended.

Cash was booked at the Oklahoma County jail on charges of drunk driving in Oklahoma, leaving the scene of an accident and failure to obey a traffic control device. He was released after posting a $3,500 bond.

Cash, 46, is the former CEO and Chairman of three Quest business entities, Quest Resource Corp., Quest Energy Partners and Quest Midstream Partners. He resigned last August during an investigation of transfers of $10 million to other Cash controlled entities.

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