Police Rack Up Record Pennsylvania DUI Arrests

There were over 15,000 arrests for drunk driving in Pennsylvania last year.

Recently released statistics show that last year state troopers arrested 15,583 motorists on suspicion of driving under the influence in Pennsylvania. That is a three percent increase in DUI arrests.

During 2006 troopers investigated 4,775 vehicular accidents involving alcohol, an increase of 1%. According to the Pennsylvania highway department, deaths from alcohol related crashes dropped from 544 to 525.

A state police commissioner said that improved recognition of driving while impaired by illegal or prescription drugs has played a key role in the figures.

Arrested for DUI in Pennsylvania? Contact a Pennsylvania DUI attorney.