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Study Says DUI Checkpoints Ineffective

Monday, December 17th, 2007

Study Says DUI Checkpoints Ineffective

December 14th, 2007 @ 6:54am

by Hanna Scott/KTAR

Drunken driving checkpoints are costly and do little to prevent DUI-related traffic deaths, according to new data from the American Beverage Institute.“The states that use roving patrols have an average of 7 percent fewer alcohol-related fatalities than those states that use checkpoints,” said Sarah Longwell of the institute, which compiled the numbers with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.She said some states “really see the value in increasing roving patrols over sobriety checkpoints, while others defend the practice, saying it’s a “deterrent mechanism.”

Mesa Police have used mostly roving patrols in recent years, but checkpoints aren’t out of the picture, said Detective Steve Berry.

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Arizona Drivers Have New Options for Cheap Auto Insurance

Sunday, December 9th, 2007

Press Release: Source: Cheap Auto Insurance

Arizona Drivers Have New Options for Cheap Auto Insurance

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA   November 23, 2007   Insurance News

(PRLEAP.COM) Phoenix AZ November 23, 2007 — Serenity Insurance Group helps drivers with less than perfect driving records, such as tickets, accidents, suspensions, international driver’s licenses, and those who need SR22 insurance in Arizona and 46 other states. Visit Serenity’s Web site here: Auto Insurance and chat live with an agent or call 1-800-774-0520 toll free for an immediate rate quote.

For over fourteen years Serenity Insurance has provided cheap auto insurance, SR-22 auto insurance and high risk auto insurance in 47 states.

This is fantastic news for those who need an SR-22 or have a history of tickets and accidents. Most Arizona drivers find it difficult to obtain cheap car insurance. Serenity makes it simple for all Arizona drivers to find affordable rates quickly and without stress by using advanced auto insurance rating techniques. Applicants are rated with sixteen different insurance companies and provided with quote comparisons to find the most favorable rates and terms for automobile insurance.

Rather than going to one company and getting a quote from each of them, Serenity’s experienced agents will rate the customer with all 16 companies to find the best rate and situation for that person. Serenity has extensive experience finding cheap auto insurance for all customers and SR22 insurance is not their only business. Serenity can offer complete insurance packages for the homeowner as well.

Serenity’s agents are bilingual as well. Serenity has a large customer service staff to assist customers rather than having the customer call the insurance company directly.

Serenity has provided insurance for tens of thousands of customers throughout the US. Cheap auto insurance has become one of Serenity’s specialties and their agents are becoming known throughout the industry as the experts in finding the companies who can provide the least expensive rates. Innovation is also one of Serenity’s attributes. Serenity can quote and complete a purchase for auto insurance in less than 7 minutes. All transactions can be completed via the internet, with the help of agents to secure the least expensive and best insurance scenario for the customer.

Serenity can also provide cheap car insurance quotes for preferred drivers and those with perfect driving records. Make your next auto insurance shopping experience stress free and surprise yourself with the low rates and excellent customer service provided by Serenity Insurance Group.

Whether you need an SR 22,have been unable to obtain auto insurance due to a less than perfect driving record or even if your driving record is spotless call Serenity today and obtain proof of insurance immediately.

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Cheap Auto Insurance for Teen Drivers

Wednesday, December 5th, 2007

Cheap Teenager Auto Insurance

That actually sounds like an oxymoron to most people.  As soon as teenagers begin wanting to drive a car, parents begin dreading the cost of teenage driver auto insurance.  When teens begin researching acquiring his or her own car, the problem of costly teenager insurance coverage becomes even more problematic.

Before allowing your teen age son or daughter to drive they must be of the proper age within your state, they must obtain a license or learning permit / driving permit and they must be properly trained. In the Greater Phoenix Metro Area, parents have an exciting new opportunity to help get their teenage drivers off to a good start. Driving MBA, a company headquartered in Scottsdale Arizona, provides simulator based driver training for teenagers and adults at their facilities in Scottsdale and their brand new training facility in Chandler Arizona.

Once your teen has a license or permit and the proper training the next thing that you must think about is car insurance. One of the first and most important considerations is the cost of the monthly premiums or annual insurance premium. Most insurers see teen driving group as an ultra high risk category and they charge ultra high risk premiums. This is because these companies see most teen drivers as being more reckless driving and accident-prone than adults. As a result, they charge higher premiums for auto insurance for teenagers.

Fortunately, there are ways in which you can lessen the charges for your teenager’s car insurance. These same factors might help you get a better deal on your own auto insurance in the future as well.

1. Encourage your teen to maintain a spotless driving record. It is essential that you emphasize the importance of observing traffic laws. A clean driving record for your teenager can be critical to obtaining low cost auto insurance. Encourage them to avoid speeding tickets and other such traffic violations at all costs. Being aware of their surroundings and avoiding distracted driving can minimize the incidence of accidents happening. A clean driving record will be awarded with lower premium payments.

2. Look for auto insurance with a higher deductible. The premium payment is usually less for auto insurance that carries a higher deductible. The higher the deductible, the cheaper the auto insurance rates can be.

3. The more safety features the car has, the less likely it is to fall into a higher hazard rating class. If your teen’s car has a lot of advanced safety features you may avoid vehicles require a premium for being in the higher hazard ranking class.

4. Follow any license restrictions listed on the license or permit. First time drivers may be restricted to driving with a licensed passenger, may only be allowed to drive at night or may have other restrictions, depending on the state and local regulations. Teenage drivers need to stick to the restrictions and guidelines that are specified on their licenses.

5. Get a teen only stand-alone policy. With this kind of policy, your child will be responsible for his own insurance.

As a parent, you should attempt to communicate the value of responsibility to your teenager. Make them accountable for what happens to their car and perhaps encourage them to work part-time to can pay for one-half of their premium.

After your teen is licensed and trained and you begin the hunt for cheap auto insurance, your best bet will be to contact an insurance agency with many years of experience and one that shops the rates from many different insurance companies to find your teenager and you the best low rate auto insurance coverage at the most affordable price.

Call 1-800-774-0520 right now or visit Cheap Auto Insurance online to fill out the quick quote form and see if cheap teen auto insurance is in your teen’s future.

You can also chat with an agent online or have an agent call you.

Motorists Forced To Let Officers Draw Blood Samples At DUI Stops

Thursday, November 29th, 2007

Motorists Forced To Let Officers

Draw Blood Samples At DUI Stops

There have been an increasing number of police departments allowing their officers to draw blood samples from motorists under suspicion of a DUI/DWI. This takes place on the roadside as opposed to a hospital where there are trained medical professionals. It seems like a recipe for disaster to allow officers to do blood draws when they do not have adequate medical training.

According to Scripps News, a man developed a persistent infection at the site of a blood draw administered by a Pima County sheriff’s deputy. He has filed what is believed to be the first claim in Arizona against the practice, which could put local taxpayers on the hook for any damages.

Arizona law requires that drunken driving suspects submit to a test or lose their license for a year and it’s the officer’s choice, not the driver’s, whether to use a breath or a blood test.

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Maricopa Arizona Targets DUI Offenders

Saturday, September 29th, 2007

Maricopa Police Target Arizona DUI

 

The Police Department in the town of Maricopa, Arizona is making drunk drivers a target of a new enforcement program.

Police in Maricopa are funnded by a grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety and plan to crack down hard on drunk driving.

The new Maricopa Arizona (Not to be confused with Maricopa County, Arizona) police department  has made drunk driving a target.  The fast growing suburb of Phoenix has created a DUI task force to arrest motorists driving under the influence of alcohol.

Police enforcement efforts include sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols and undercover officers.


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