Doug,
DUI deaths has steadily declined (almost 40% since 1982). Party / casual
drinkers are more likely to use a designated driver.

It appears that a big part of the problem are alcoholics. 1/3 of all DUI's
are the repeat offenders. If they are locked up, they will not repeat the
offense.


"Doug Kanter" wrote in message
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Cool. I wonder if 20+ years in prison will dissuade anyone. But, at least
they're off the streets.


"Dr. Dr. . R. Name" wrote in message
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Doug,
It is becoming normal for DUI violators to be charged with murder when a
death is involved. The charge might be murder in the 2nd degree, but
repeat DUI violators who then have a DUI involving a death are being
charged in the 1st degree. I am aware of one person who received the
death penalty for a DUI death.

I an not a proponent of the death penalty, but I am glad DUI is not being
aggressively prosecuted.


"Doug Kanter" wrote in message
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This situation won't change until more prosecutors are prepared to
charge violators with murder instead of manslaughter, and put them away
for LONG periods of time. I'm aware of one case where this worked (for
automobile DWI). Just one. I'm sure it's rare.