Drunk Driving

The following link offers the citizen some visual cues which can aid in the detection of a drunk driver, thereby helping one to hopefully avoid a confrontation/collision with same. If a motorist suspects a car is being driven by a drunk driver, the motorist should:

• not pass the car;
• keep a safe distance;
• notify the police as soon as possible;
• give an accurate description of the vehicle to dispatch;
• if possible, follow the vehicle and update dispatch with current location;
• supply dispatch with personal information to aid in the prosecution.

Guide for Detecting Drunk Drivers at Night

What's Driving You?

Drinking and Driving

Court TV's Legal Cafe: Drunk Driving

Local Websites
Meth Watch | BC D.A.R.E. | Dispatch Center | Columbus Area Alerts | Local Ordinances

Missing Persons
Missing - Exploited Children | Doe Network
Nations Missing Children Organization

Homeland Security
Terrorist Threat Level | U.S. Dept of Homeland Security | Ready America | Indiana Alert Network

Other Links
Sex Offender Registry | Indiana Criminal Code Barth. Co. Sheriff's Dept. | ISP| ATF | FBI | DEA

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