MADD protestors met at the Georgia State Capitol Monday, March 11 to demand a legislative crack down on first-time DUI offenders.
Georgia's Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is asking state lawmakers to toughen up on first time DUI offenders. Currently, 17 states require DUI offenders to install ignition interlock devices, or in-car breathalyzers in their vehicles. The devices force motorists to prove sobriety before starting their vehicles. While Georgia does require in-car breathalyzers for repeat DUI offenders, the legislation does not currently extend to first-time offenders.
According to MADD, this requirement could save 150 lives every year.
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