Archives : 2011 : February

1. According to the CDC, Ignition Interlock Devices Reduce Repeat Offenses

   Feb 26, 2011 —

   The Center for Disease control has recently released a report that ignition interlock devices help prevent repeat DWI offenders from being re-arrested. CDC Director Thomas R. Frieden, M.D., MPH states that “Each day, more than 30 people die because of alcohol-impaired driving. We know that interlock devices can save lives.” The CDC’s Community Guide bases … [More]

2. Target Zero Sets its Sights on Super Bowl Fan

   Feb 16, 2011 —

   If you enjoyed a Super Bowl party several Sundays ago you may have seen them on the roadside. Target Zero was out in force in King, Pierce and Snohomish Counties  for Super Bowl Sunday, looking for Super Bowl fans that had too much to drink. Three dozen offices were out on patrol in the hours … [More]

3. Texting While Driving – New Laws

   Feb 15, 2011 —

   Horrible things happen every day.   And there is a legislative congressman or woman waiting to write a new law to claim victory come election time.  Well thought policy changes often don’t come from horrible crimes that make for good headlines.    But the fact is now law enforcement has text messaging to add the … [More]

4. Bath Salts or MDPV Stimulant? A New Drug Hits The Streets

   Feb 10, 2011 —

   Gil Kerlikowske, the White House Drug Czar and past Chief of Seattle Police Department, is warning about a new and dangerous drug on the market that is sending hundreds of people to the hospital, and may have claimed its first death. The drug is innocuously labeled as “bath salts” and can be purchased in convenience … [More]