Posts Tagged ‘alcoholism’

Ignition Interlocks and Alcohol Problems

Thursday, April 28th, 2011

There was a story recently about an Ohio woman who got pulled over a DUI on her way to another DUI hearing. Of course, it’s a story that gets much ridicule and from a standpoint it is pretty ridiculous.

However, when I hear of stories like this, I can’t help but think about how sad it is. This woman must have a severe drug or alcohol problem and it seems like she needs to get some serious help.

Even though her arrest has been reported by media outlets, she isn’t the only one struggling with alcohol or drug abuse. For online sobriety resources, here are some helpful suggestions on where to start. If you’re interested in using an ignition interlock to assist with your alcohol issues, make an appointment to get one installed today!

Should Ignition Interlocks Be Installed Without a DUI Arrest?

Tuesday, April 19th, 2011

Public Intoxication

Poor Nicolas Cage. After being a box office punch line, his reputation didn’t fare better after an arrest this weekend for, among other things, being drunk in public. Apparently, a similar incident happened in March, although no charges were pressed.

This made me wonder about the proper punishments for drunken disorderly. Walking around drunk is a threat to everyone’s safety. Are there proper circumstances where an ignition interlock can be used to help people after a drunk in public charge?

Ignition interlocks have drastically reduced the DUI recidivism rate and have been a resourceful tool for people who are trying to cut down on their drinking.  If someone has a problem with drinking, and even though they didn’t get charged with a DUI, voluntarily installing an ignition interlock in their car may assist them as they change their habits.

However, installing an interlock without a DUI charge may be a hassle for some people. It may be too harsh a punishment for people who just got a drunken disorderly.

What do you think?