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MADD Cites Policy Progress

November 21st, 2007    Posted by: Dr. Dobson



Four states passed laws mandating the use of ignition-interlock devices for convicted drunk drivers in the past year, and 30 more are considering similar legislation, according to a progress report from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).

“In order to keep those first-time offenders from becoming the repeat offenders, ignition interlocks must be implemented in every state nationwide,” said Glynn Birch, national president of MADD. The devices prevent cars from being started by drivers with any detectable level of alcohol in their system.

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