Latest Driving under the influence Stories

HARRISBURG, Pa., June 28, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- State and local police, along with PennDOT, will take part in a national enforcement effort through July 8 targeting motorists who drive under the influence. The "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" enforcement effort will focus on keeping Pennsylvania's roads safe during the Independence Day travel period. "Many people will celebrate and travel for the Independence Day holiday," PennDOT Secretary Barry J. Schoch said. "Driving...

Texas leads the nation in fatal alcohol-related accidents, with an average of four Texans dying every day because somebody drove under the influence. Drunk driving accidents regularly happen over holidays such as July 4th. Houston, TX (PRWEB) June 25, 2012 “Texans have a lot to be proud of, but our drunk driving record is not on that list,” says Greg Baumgartner, founder of Baumgartner Law Firm. As a Houston personal injury attorney, he has seen more than his share of the damage drunk...

MIAMI, June 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- People don't realize that DUI cases (Driving Under the Influence) are actually three cases as a result of one traffic stop. And anyone accused of a DUI knows this "three for one is no bargain here!" Typically in a DUI, there is a minimum of two tickets: One for the alleged DUI violation and one (or more) for the traffic infraction(s) that allegedly caused the stop. Plus in Florida, there is an administrative license suspension, usually by the...

-- Leader says some states are no longer making progress, and are instead backsliding -- ORLANDO, Fla., June 14, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- During a keynote address today at the 30th Anniversary Lifesavers Conference on Highway Safety Priorities, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) National President Jan Withers called for a summit of traffic safety leaders to renew the focus on proven traffic safety solutions. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110412/MADDLOGO) "MADD...

AUSTIN, Texas, June 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer, a time for fun and celebration. But it also brings many alcohol-related crash fatalities. Because of this, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is launching its first summer drinking and driving outreach program to encourage Texas drivers to designate a Person Appointed to Stay Sober (P.A.S.S.) before enjoying those drinks. "A day on the beach, barbecues, outdoor concerts or just lazing the day away on the river,...

CHESTER, England, May 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- - Motorists convicted of drink driving could see insurance premiums increase by 150 per cent, warns MoneySupermarket Convicted drink drivers could see the cost of their motor insurance premiums rise by a staggering 150 per cent on average, according to new research from MoneySupermarket.com [http://www.moneysupermarket.com/car-insurance ].[1] As The Association of Chief Police Officers...

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 22, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- With school days dwindling and young minds dreaming of graduation or summer vacation, PennDOT today reminded all young drivers to stay focused on the road and avoid distractions while behind the wheel. "Driving is a huge responsibility that requires split-second decisions and a driver's full attention," said PennDOT Secretary Barry J. Schoch. "Being distracted while driving, even for a second, is a potentially deadly...

-- In 2010, 158 people nationwide died in drunk driving crashes over the holiday weekend -- DALLAS, May 21, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As families across the country get ready to kick off the summer and honor our military heroes this Memorial Day weekend, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) urges motorists to stay safe on the road during a time of year when drunk driving deaths typically increase. Over Memorial Day weekend in 2010 (the most recent year for which there is...

Research shows that distracted driving is a serious problem across Canada TORONTO (PRWEB) May 17, 2012 Today, GetInsuranceQuotes Canada Ltd. explores the similarities between distracted driving and driving under the influence of alcohol. In a recently published article titled, Is Distracted Driving The New Drunk Driving?, GetInsuranceQuotes.ca examines the very real dangers caused by those who consume alcohol before driving, and distracted driving in its various forms. In many cases,...

COSTA MESA, Calif., May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America presented a $25,000 check to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) on Saturday, May 12, 2012 during the opening ceremony of its annual "Walk Like MADD" 5K walk in Huntington Beach, Calif. The walk raised awareness for MADD's mission to stop drinking and driving, support victims and prevent underage drinking. In its ongoing commitment to driver safety, Hyundai was the presenting sponsor of the event for the second...