Top DUI News Week of Janury 12th - January 18th

Sunday, January 18th

Defense Attorneys Challenge 2008 DUI checkpoints Defense attorneys are challenging the validity of every Sarasota County DUI checkpoint from 2008, arguing that the sheriff's office did not follow rules for setting up the traffic blockades.
Saturday, January 17th
DUI Task Force conducts saturation patrols The Eastern Arizona DUI Task Force conducted saturation patrols over the holidays and reported 15 arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Friday, January 16th
DUI numbers low in northeast Colorado, contrary to statewide trend While statewide the numbers were up, DUI arrests in northeast Colorado were generally down this year.
Thursday, January 15th
Judge tosses DUI tests on concerns of accuracy A judge has ruled that the breath-alcohol test results from more than 100 DUI cases in Manatee County will not be permitted in court.
Wednesday, January 14th
Local Law Enforcement Works Towards DUI Prevention During The Holiday Season In Imperial Beach, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol this year (DUI) arrests have increased marginally. To date, this year there have been around 150, according to San Diego County Sheriff's Department, Imperial Beach station Sgt. Jose Sanchez.
Tuesday, January 13th
Holiday DUI arrests down from last year in San Luis Obispo County The number of DUI arrests made is down compared to the 2007 campaign, but it is up from two years ago.
Monday, January 12th
DUI Task Force conducts saturation patrols The Eastern Arizona DUI Task Force conducted saturation patrols over the holidays and reported 15 arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Stories of the Week
January 5th - January 11th Record number of DUI arrests made during holidays
December 29th - January 4th Repeat DUI offenders must pass breath test to drive
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