The MDOT MVA and law enforcement officials remind you to stay sober or get pulled over. The State Police Impaired Driving Effort, also known as SPIDRE, has been out once…
When we talk about impaired driving, we most often discuss the effects of alcohol. Drunk driving is not the only kind of impaired driving, however. Many other drugs, legal and…
It’s time for Checkpoint Strikeforce! Once again, Maryland law enforcement is participating in this safety campaign, which aggressively targets drunk drivers to get them off the roads. Historically, summer is…
Summer is the most dangerous season on American roads, with more fatal crashes between Memorial Day and Labor Day than any other time of year. The deadliest day during this…
Many drivers pulled over at sobriety checkpoints can’t believe it when they fail a breathalyzer test. They say they feel fine or that it seemed safe enough for them to…
St. Patrick’s Day is one of the biggest drinking holidays in the United States. Whether celebrating Irish heritage or just enjoying the music and traditions of this day, many people…
Ignition interlock devices require that the driver provide a breath sample before the car engine will start. These devices have been an instrumental part of stopping drunk drivers in the…
If you get pulled over for a suspected DUI or stopped at a sobriety checkpoint, the police officer may give you a breathalyzer test. Breathalyzers are devices that estimate blood…
By now, we imagine most of your big game plans are in order. You know where you’ll watch the game. You know what delicious snacks you’ll bring to share as…
Holidays and weekends see significant spikes in drunk driving crashes. That’s why law enforcement officers often set up sobriety checkpoints during these times. These checkpoints may be part of official…
