Arizona’s legalization of recreational marijuana has created a host of confusion and changes for both law enforcement and the public. Since Arizona passed the historic Proposition 207 this last November, businesses, citizens, and law enforcement have been trying to adjust to new rules and many gray areas of the law. One area of law that …
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The COVID epidemic has taken drivers off the road for the 4th of July, leading to less traffic stops and DUI arrests. As Arizona has become a hot spot of the COVID-19 epidemic, it was expected to a much smaller number of drivers on the roads for the 4th of July. The holiday weekend saw …
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maricopa County aims to keep nonviolent first-time offenders out of prison with waiving their diversion program’s entry fee[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]In the past, if you were a first time offender with a drug-related or non-violent crime, you could get out of prison time (depending on your case) by taking an expensive diversion program. The entry fee for one …
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Nevada state lawmakers are coming together to create a better system of regulating drivers under the influence of marijuana. Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is the measurement used for law enforcement and the medical field to determine how inebriated you are. BAC is pretty good indicator for impairment for everyone across the board. For marijuana, however, …
Nevada Re-Analyzes THC Blood Level Limit for Drivers Read More ยป
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Clark County’s District Attorney has started a new trend of charging fatal DUI drivers with second-degree murder[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]New Year’s is one of the most dangerous holidays on the road for drunk drivers, which means much more law enforcement on patrol. With an uptick in the odds of getting caught and charges, the risks involved with driving …
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As Arizona changes over to digital medical marijuana cards via email, the positive effects could be felt elsewhere.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]As the holiday season rolls by, the average person increases the frequency and intensity of their alcohol consumption. With this trend comes an increase in drivers under the influence. In response, police in Nevada are stepping up their …
Nevada Police Increases Size of DUI Patrols for Holiday Season Read More ยป
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Wednesday before Thanksgiving, known as ‘Drinksgiving’, comes with busy bars and an increased police presence.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]Surprisingly, the Wednesday night before Thanksgiving has become the busiest night of the year for bars and clubs. Surpassing New Year’s Eve and Fourth of July in bar business, this day has earned the nickname ‘Drinksgiving’. As patrons swarm the …
‘Drinksgiving’ is the Busiest Night for Bars and Police Read More ยป
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] University of Pittsburgh Researchers Develop First THC Breathalyzer – How and When Will We See Them Used? [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have developed the first of its kind THC (The active ingredient in marijuana) breathalyzer. It is still in the early phase of implementation, mostly due to the legality surrounding the use …
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Las Vegas Resident Driving Under the Influence Crashes, Killing Her Passenger [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]An unfortunate series of events led to the death of a 21 year old student in Las Vegas. The student was a passenger in the car of someone driving under the influence. Now, not only will the driver be charged for a DUI, …
Passenger Dies in Las Vegas DUI Case, What Does this Mean for the Driver? Read More ยป
