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Frederick Pedestrian Dies 10 Days After Collision

Frederick police say an allegedly drunken driver may face new charges now that the pedestrian injured in a collision has died.

2013/05/13

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MADD: Most Teen Drinking Deaths Not Result of Drunk Driving

Underage drinkers are almost as likely to become the victim of a homicide as they are to die as a result of drunk driving. In fact, contrary to popular belief, the majority of alcohol related deaths among teens do not occur in the car, a new study shows.

2013/04/17

Md. Court Weighs Liability of Bars in DUI Cases

Maryland’s highest court is hearing arguments on whether or not a bar or restaurant can be held legally responsible for the actions of its inebriated customers.

2013/03/12

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Supreme Court Wary of Warrantless Blood Tests in DUI Cases

The Supreme Court appeared reluctant Wednesday to allow police to routinely order blood tests for unwilling drunken-driving suspects without at least trying to obtain a search warrant from a judge.

2013/01/09

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Gray Signs Two New Impaired-Driving Bills

Mayor Vincent C. Gray signed two new bills this morning to enhance impaired driving enforcement in the District.

2013/01/09

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Crapo Pleads Guilty To DWI Charge In Virginia

U.S. Sen. Michael Crapo pleaded guilty Friday to a charge of driving while intoxicated and then apologized for his actions and asked forgiveness from his constituents.

2013/01/04

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Crapo Won’t Fight DUI Charge

U.S. Sen. Michael Crapo, the Idaho Republican arrested on suspicion of drunken driving, doesn’t plan to fight the charges when he appears in court in January, a spokesman said Friday.

2012/12/28

Pennsylvania Man Faces Manslaughter Charges In Hagerstown Accident

A Pennsylvania man faces charges of negligent manslaughter and drunk driving in a crash near Hagerstown that killed one person and left two others badly hurt.

2012/07/24

10 Die On Virginia Roads Over Holiday Weekend, All Were Victims Behind The Wheel

State police say 10 people died in nine crashes on Virginia roadways over the July 4th holiday weekend, down from a year ago.

2012/07/10

Manslaughter Conviction For Drunk Driver That Killed 8-Year-Old Alexandria Boy

A 22-year-old man who drove into a woman and her 8-year-old son, killing the child, has been convicted of manslaughter while driving under the influence.

2012/06/07