Prescription drugs are getting abused more and more frequently. A police department in Massachusetts is taking an innovative approach to this increasing drug problem. The Glouchester Police Department is inviting people to the police station, no questions asked, in an effort to fast track people into treatment to help them kick the habit. People can turn over their… Read more »
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New Drug Program Promises Not to File Criminal Charges
Immunity For Certain Drug Charges
Effective July 1, 2015, people will be given immunity from prosecution for possession of drug paraphernalia and small amounts of drug possession under certain circumstances. The legislature has amended the drug paraphernalia and drug possession statutes to encourage people to tell police officers and medical personnel if they have a hypodermic needle, syringe or other… Read more »
Marijuana Charge for Mississippi State WR
Mississippi State wide receiver, De’Runnya Wilson, was arrested for marijuana and drug paraphernalia possession. Wilson was arrested along with three others. He was in a car stopped for speeding (59 mph in a 45 mph zone). The four men were reportedly on their way to a birthday party. All four indicated they would not pass… Read more »
Amanda Bynes Beats DUI, Faces DUI Probation Violation
In September of last year, Amanda Bynes was arrested for a DUI. This time, she was alleged to have driven under the influence of drugs (DUID), specifically, Adderall. The Los Angeles City Attorney has decided not to prosecute the case because the amount of Adderall in Bynes’ system was low. Sounds like a victory for… Read more »
5 things that you need to know about Colorado Marijuana laws
With the legalization of marijuana, Colorado’s laws are obviously more liberal than the rest of the country. However, they don’t allow for the completely unrestricted use of marijuana. Violations of related laws can still lead to serious legal consequences. Before purchasing it or using it, be sure that you understand the following. Where you can… Read more »
SNL Alum Chris Kattan Gets DUI Probation
Saturday Night Live alum, Chris Kattan, received a sentence of three years probation for this DUI from February. As conditions of his probation, Kattan will be required to attend a three month alcohol program, 104 narcotics anonymous classes and the Hospital and Morgue Program, which is a scared straight program where he will see the… Read more »
Driver Suspected of DUI After Crashing Into Building
On Saturday morning, around 10:00 a.m., a Chevy Tahoe crashed into an office building, injuring four people, one critically. The driver is suspected of DUI, but at this time there is no conclusive evidence of alcohol or drug use. The driver was speeding, driving the wrong way on Colorado Boulevard. The driver made no attempt… Read more »
22 Arrests at Fort Collins DUI Checkpoint
DUI Checkpoint in Fort Collins nets 22 arrests 22 people were arrested for DUI, DWAI or minor in possession at a DUI checkpoint in Fort Collins on Friday night. Of the 22 people arrested, 20 were charged with DUI or DWAI. One was charged with minor in possession of alcohol, which includes if a person… Read more »
NHL Player, Ryan Malone, Arrested for DUI & Cocaine Possession
Ryan Malone, forward for the Tampa Bay Lightning, was arrested for DUI and cocaine possession early Saturday morning. Malone was seen making a left hand turn from the center lane. He hit the curb while making the turn. Malone refused roadside tests, but did agree to a breath test to determine his BAC level. The… Read more »
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