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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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...

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Colorado DOT Uses Humor to Highlight Dangers of Buzzed Driving

The stereotypical idea of a drunk driver tends to be someone who had downed numerous drinks before stumbling...

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Is Alcohol Coming to a Fast-Food Joint Near You?

Fast food restaurants in many other parts of the world offer alcoholic beverages, but until lately booze hasn’t...