Drunk & Impaired Driving

Blog articles on Sobering Up that address the drunk and impaired driving problems facing communities and courts across the United States.

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Just Released: NHTSA Reports Largest Jump in Drunk Driving Deaths in 10 Years

This week the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that U.S. traffic deaths increased 7.2% in 2015...

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New Study Questions Uber’s Impact on Drunk-Driving Deaths

Over the past couple of years ridesharing apps have claimed that they reduce drunk-driving arrests and fatalities in cities where...

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Calif. Ignition Interlock Study Shows Mixed Results

Last week the California Department of Motor Vehicles released study results evaluating the specific deterrent effects of California Assembly...

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Four Tips for a Safe and Sober July 4th

For many, Independence Day translates to the ultimate celebration of summer. A long, hot day of swimming, BBQs,...

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#ReflectionsFromInside: Bar-Goers Get Virtual Visit from Jailed DUI Offender

A new anti-drunk driving PSA from safety organization We Save Lives (WSL) is causing a stir on social...

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MADD, New Mexico Team Up to Shame Drunk Drivers and Judges on Social Media

New Mexico officials think that too many drunk drivers in their state are getting off too easy. In...

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Infographic: Binge Drinking, Drunk Driving are Unlucky St. Patrick’s Day Traditions

While bars around the country are prepping green beer and Irish-themed cocktails, law enforcement agencies are gearing up...

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Super Bowl Leads to Super Drinking, Drunk Driving

The most dangerous place to be during Super Bowl 50 isn’t between the Denver Broncos’ star defense and...

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Drunk Driving Deaths Dropped in 2014, But the News Isn’t All Good

In November the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released the official traffic fatality statistics for 2014, including...

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Infographic: Drinking and DUIs During the Holidays

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and there are lots of good things to look forward to during...