Sobering Up Administrator

Sobering Up Administrator

Sobering Up: A blog about drunk driving, alcohol addiction, and criminal justice, is anything but a corporate blog. Sobering Up is an opportunity for anyone interested or involved in the issues of drunk driving, alcohol-fueled crime, alcohol dependence and addiction, and the justice system to participate in the conversation.
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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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SCOTUS Upholds Penalties for Warrantless Breath Tests, but Not Blood Tests, in DUI Arrests

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued the long-awaited ruling in a case that brings into question penalties for refusal to...

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Britain’s BBC Uncovers the Truth About Alcohol

In January, the UK issued a warning that any amount of drinking increases the risk of cancer and...

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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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Funding Alert: 2016 BJA/SAMHSA Grants for Adult Drug Courts

The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are accepting...

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April is Alcohol Awareness Month

April 1 is the start of the 30th annual Alcohol Awareness Month in the U.S. Created and promoted...

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More States are Reconsidering the Legal Drinking Age

It’s been nearly 30 years since Americans under 21 could legally purchase alcohol in the U.S. The Uniform...

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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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Sobriety Tags Rolled Out Across London to Reduce Alcohol-Related Crime

In 2014, the City of London launched the United Kingdom’s first compulsory “alcohol tag” trial in an attempt...