Ignition Interlocks CAN save lives.
http://omaha.com/article/20100811/NEWS01/100819949#victim-was-taking-kids-to-school
http://www.kmtv.com/Global/story.asp?S=12965625
Two saddening wrecks have happened this week, one in Omaha Nebraska and another along I-29. Both are tragic examples of the impact of drunk driving. Above there are links to each individual story. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families impacted by these events.
In the case of the wreck that occurred on I-29, Andrew Schlictemeier had been previously arrested for DUI in 2008. Although this was before the new Nebraska ignition interlock law, an interlock just may have saved these peoples lives. Had Mr. Schlictemeier been required to have an interlock he may have shown a pattern for a problem drinker alerting his probation officer to require him to have additional treatment, or extending his period on the interlock device. Potentially the interlock would have taught him that it is not worth even attempting to drive after having a drink.
One thing is for sure, whether a drunk driver is “one sip” over the legal limit, or many sips over the legal limit the outcomes can be tragic and devastate lives. I personally believe that the only way anyone ever becomes a multiple offender starts with getting the FIRST. This is where our treatment of the problem needs to begin.
If knowing an Ignition Interlock would have prevented this disaster, I’m sure all involved would gladly go back and have one installed. While hindsight is always clear, we know from statistics that the use of this technology could prevent future events like the two we witnessed this week.
For ignition interlock needs in the state of Kansas or Nebraska you can click the link below to find our service center closest to you. Or give us a call and we would be happy to answer any ignition interlock question that you may have. 866-747-8278.
Locations can be found by clicking here.
Kansas Installation Centers:
Wichita, Kansas City, Olathe, Topeka, Manhattan, Salina, Lawrence, Emporia, Hutchinson, Great Bend, Garden City, Hays, Colby, Independence, Pittsburg, Moundridge, Liberal, Dodge City
Nebraska Installation Centers:
Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk, Beatrice, Kearney, Hastings, Grand Island, McCook, Scottsbluff, South Sioux City, Nebraska City, Columbus
Call us at 866-747-8278 for questions or to schedule an installation. Or contact us for more information.
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