If the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gets their way, drunk driving could soon become a thing of the past thanks to technological vehicle enhancements. The NHTSA has been working with auto manufacturers since 2008 to develop the Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety, also known as the DADSS Project. Similar to an ignition interlock […]
Could Uber Be Responsible For The Downturn in DUIs?
Ride sharing services like Uber and Lyft have becoming increasingly popular in many metropolitan areas, and the Twin Cities are no different. In fact, we even partnered with Uber a while back to help inebriated patrons get home safe after a night on the town. And while not everyone is happy with Uber’s entrance onto […]
A Closer Look At The New Minnesota Laws
If you’re like me, last weekend was a busy one, but it wasn’t so hectic that we missed the new batch of criminal laws that went into action in Minnesota on August 1. A lot of the new laws are focused on enhancing current laws or closing loose ends. So without further ado, here’s a […]
The History of BAC and Drunk Driving Laws in Minnesota
Although the current state standard for the legal concentration of alcohol allowed in a driver’s system is 0.08, it wasn’t alwasys that low. In fact, Minnesota was one of the last states to lower their standard to 0.08. Today, we take a look at the history of blood alcohol concentrations and drunk driving laws in Minnesota. […]
How Drug Recognition Experts Spot Impaired Drivers
A drug recognition expert (DRE) is an officer who has undergone special training to recognize impairments in drivers and other individuals they encounter. They are trained in spotting impairments from alcohol as well as a slew of drugs. Not only do they help identify drivers who may be operating while under the influence, but they […]
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