Tag: Texas
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These Drunk Drivers Skipped The Ignition Interlock
There’s one major reason why more and more states are jumping on board with all offender ignition interlock laws: ignition interlocks work. They stop drunk drivers from starting their vehicles,…
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Texas Takes No Chances With Drunk Drivers
Spotting drunk drivers and calling them in isn’t always cut and dried for some people. If you’ve ever spotted a drunk driver and wondered whether or not to call 911,…
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Life In Prison For Ninth DUI Conviction
A DUI conviction (driving under the influence) can result in a harsh jail sentence. Some states even require first offenders to spend a few days in jail, while other states…
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Texas DOT Urges You To Plan Before You Drink And Drive
How will you get home after a night out with friends? It’s a question some people ask themselves before they head out the door, but all too often someone will…
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Houston, You Have A Drunk Driving Problem
Drunk driving in the city of Houston and surrounding county has hit an all time high. Harris County, with a population of over 4 million people, is leading the entire…
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No More Ride Sharing In Austin: Uber & Lyft Pull Out
Ride sharing has exploded over the past few years. Instead of drunk drivers grabbing a taxi or bus to get home, people in need of a ride are now turning…
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The Final Chapter In The Ethan Couch Story
There’s been a lot of news on the “affluenza” teen over the past few years. Ethan Couch was news after he was arrested for drunk driving when he crashed into…
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New Driving Wet Lab Video Shows Dangers Of Drinking And Driving
There are a lot of drivers in Texas who don’t understand the dangers of drinking and driving because, if 2014 statistics are any indication, the state continues to have a…
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Man Gets Life In Prison After He Decides To Drive Drunk For 12th Time
Some people will receive one driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) conviction and they’ll never drive drunk again. Because first time offenders in some states can…
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Will Affluenza Teen Influence Underage Drinking And Driving In Texas?
Unless you have no access to Internet or television, you’ve probably heard of the Affluenza teen by now. Ethan Couch was drinking and driving in Texas at age 16 when…
