August 2024 Newsletter - Upper Midwest Region

Northern Region Minnesota Courtni Peterson mobile 218-262-9670 651.523.0802 ext. 2757 courtni.peterson@madd.org

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign

Sourthern Region Minnesota Julie Ronning

651.523.0802 ext. 2760 julie.ronning@madd.org

South Dakota, VS Manager Rachel Martens 605.309.3942 ext. 2752 rachel.martens@madd.org STAY CONNECTED WITH US!

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) runs a national campaign called "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" to raise awareness of the dangers of driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol. NHTSA KICKS OFF THEIR ANNUAL DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER CAMPAIGN In 2024, the enforcement period for the Labor Day campaign will be August 16–September 2, The enforcement period for the Winter Holidays campaign will be December 13, 2024–January 1, 2025.

LOST IN THE LEGAL ‘LINGO’? Our Victim Services Team provides support throughout legal procedures, emotional aid, and connections to resources. Remember, you are not alone in this; our team is here to support you at every stage of your journey.

By the Numbers 41% INVOLVED A DRUNK DRIVER

27% INVOLVED A DRUNK DRIVER WITH A BAC OF .15 OR MORE

531 PEOPLE DIED IN TRAFFIC CRASHES DURING 2021 LABOR DAY WEEKEND

-National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 2021

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