May 19, 2012

Hundreds of DUI Convictions in Doubt: Inaccurate Breathalyzers

In most drunk driving cases, by far the most important evidence comes from a breath test.

Another DUI Exception to the Constitution

I’ve mentioned in past posts that the right to jury trial does not exist in some states for citizens accused of drunk driving.

Another DUI Exception to the Constitution

I’ve mentioned in past posts that the right to jury trial does not exist in some states for citizens accused of drunk driving.

Growing Number of States Outlawing DUI Roadblocks

In recent times, I’ve detected a growing backlash against the excesses of the hysterical "War on Drunk Driving" — and even of politicians willing to question "The DUI Exception to the Constitution" and thereby risk MADD’s wrath come election time.

The Black Robe Pass

In my last post (The DUI Double Standard Continues), I commented on how cops commonly get a free pass when they’re caught driving drunk.

The DUI Double Standard Continues…

I’ve posted ad nauseum in the past about the double standard when it comes to cops who drive drunk.

When It Looks Like a Duck, Walks Like a Duck, Talks Like a Duck….

The use of DUI quotas — requiring patrol cops to arrest a minimum number of citizens for drunk driving — is usually illegal or against public policy, primarily because it forces cops to arrest drivers who are innocent.

The Old Story: Cops Covering for Cops

Police officers continue their MADD-inspired "War on Drunk Driving", setting up DUI roadblocks and roving patrols, meeting DUI quotas, and nailing anyone remotely suspected of driving under the influence….unless it’s another cop.

It’s long been a common practice for cops to cover-up for other cops, of course, particularly where drunk driving is involved.

Throwing Citizens in Prison for Profit

It is a well-documented fact that our prison population continues to grow at a rate outpacing that of the population.

Two Years in Solitary….for Being Arrested for DUI

I don’t even know where to start with this one….


Man Spends 2 Years in Solitary After DWI Arrest

Dona Ana County, NM.