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No DUI Larimer: Drinking & Driving Penalties

7/12/2021

MBD Marketing & Events has been proud to be supporting the No DUI Larimer initiative. Part of our marketing campaign includes education. At No DUI Larimer, we talk a lot about the safety implications of impaired driving. But there are legal implications as well.

Deciding to Make the Call instead of driving impaired can save not just your life, but also time, money, and your license.

Read on for an overview of Colorado’s DUI/DWAI laws and penalties.

Colorado DUI/DWAI Laws

DUI/DWAI in Colorado
In Colorado, you are considered to be Driving Under the Influence (DUI) with a blood or breath alcohol content of 0.08% or higher. You can still be charged with a DUI if your test result comes back below 0.08%. You will be charged with a DUI if you refuse to submit to a chemical test while showing signs of intoxication or of being under the influence of drugs, including marijuana.

Although Colorado uses Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) language during sentencing, there is no difference in the statute (law) itself. DUI laws in Colorado cover impairment due to alcohol, drugs, or any combination of the two.

First Offense DUI

Misdemeanor
5 days - 1 year in jail
$600 - $1,000 fine
48 - 96 hours of community service
Mandatory 9-month license suspension
Alcohol education classes
Even for a first offense, defendants with BAC 0.15% or higher are designated “persistent drunk driver (PDD)” and sentenced as repeat offenders (see Persistent Drunk Driver section). This designation comes with mandatory jail time of 10 days, up to one year.

Second Offense DUI

Misdemeanor
Mandatory jail time of 10 days, up to one year
$600 - $1,500 fine
48 - 120 hours of community service
Mandatory 1 year license revocation
Mandatory Ignition Interlock Device (IID) for 2 years, up to 4 years
12 DMV points
Alcohol education classes

Third Offense DUI

Misdemeanor
Mandatory 60 days in jail, up to 2 years
$600 - $1,500 fine
48 - 120 hours of community service
Mandatory 2-year license revocation
Mandatory IID for 2 years, up to 4 years
12 DMV points
Alcohol education classes

Fourth Offense DUI

Class 4 felony
2 - 6 years in Colorado State Prison
3 year parole
$2,000 - $500,000 fine

Persistent Drunk Driver/Aggravated DUI

Penalty sustained if you: drive with a BAC 0.15% or greater; refuse to take a chemical DUI test; have two or more DUI convictions; or drive on a license suspended or revoked for DUI.
Mandatory Level II alcohol education and treatment program
Mandatory Ignition Interlock Device for 2 years, up to 4 years
Mandatory provide proof of financial responsibility (SR-22 insurance coverage) for at least 2 years

First Offense DWAI

Misdemeanor
2 - 180 days in jail
$200 - $500 fine
24 - 48 hours community service
8 DMV points

Second Offense DWAI

Misdemeanor
Mandatory 10 days in jail, up to one year
$600 - $1,500 fine
48 - 120 hours community service
8 DMV points
Mandatory 2 years probation, up to 4 years
Mandatory 1-year license revocation if second offense occurs within 5 years of the first

Third Offense DWAI

Misdemeanor
Mandatory jail time of 60 days, up to one year
$600 - $1,500 fine
48 - 120 hours community service
8 DMV points
Mandatory 2 years probation, up to 4 years
Mandatory 2-year license revocation

Fourth Offense DWAI

Class 4 felony
2 - 6 years in prison
3 year parole
$2,000 - $500,000 fine

How many points will cost you your license?
Adult Drivers (21 and older)

12 points in a 12-month period, or
18 points in an 18-month period

Minor Drivers 18-20 Years Old

9 points in a 12-month period
12 points in 24 consecutive months, or
14 points or more between the ages of 18 and 21 years old

Minor Drivers Under 18

6 points in 12 months, or
7 points before turning 18

Colorado’s Chargeable BAC Level
In Colorado, the “legal limit” for drinking and driving is a BAC of 0.08%. It is important to note, however, that alcohol affects people differently, and a BAC of 0.05% may be enough to cause impairment. Therefore, if you show signs of driving under the influence and/or cause an accident, and your BAC is 0.05% or higher, it is a permissible inference that you drove under the influence of alcohol, and you can be charged.

Providing Alcohol to a Minor
In Colorado, people who “sell, serve, give away, dispose of, exchange, or deliver or permit the sale, serving, giving, or procuring of any alcohol beverage to or for any person under the age of twenty-one years” can be charged with a Class 2 misdemeanor. This conviction can include a prison sentence in a county jail of at least three months and up to one year. Fines range from $250 to $1,000.

Avoid penalties and save your life – or another’s – by always Making the Call. Follow No DUI Larimer on Facebook for tips and updates from us and our partners.

NO DUI Larimer Collaboration with Thompson Valley EMS

5/19/2021

MBD Marketing & Events continues to support Partners and assist with marketing outreach of the No DUI Larimer Campaign.
In recent months we have formed a partnership with the Thompson Valley EMS.

No DUI Larimer is pleased to announce our latest collaboration, this time with Thompson Valley Emergency Medical Services (TVEMS). The emergency medical personnel at TVEMS see firsthand the effects of impaired driving on Northern Colorado’s roadways.

Thompson Valley EMS was founded in 1983 and is Loveland’s leading provider of emergency medical services, EMS education, and EMS training. The organization’s 80 employees and 12 ambulances respond to over 15,000 TVEMS seeks to promote and facilitate the responsible provision of medical services within the Thompson Valley Health Services District.

As part of its vision for compassionate care, TVEMS became a registered CARES program in 2017, providing community outreach and health education to people to prevent illness and injury. In the coming weeks, you can expect to see No DUI Larimer and Thompson Valley EMS promoting each other’s messaging as part of our community health education mission.

EMS Training through Thompson Valley Emergency Medical Services
Photo credit: Thompson Valley EMS Facebook

At No DUI Larimer, we believe the issue of impaired driving is best addressed through community collaboration, and we are proud of our partnerships with the Colorado Department of Transportation and TVEMS, two organizations tasked with improving the safety of Colorado’s roads. Together, we can combat impaired driving in Northern Colorado. Follow Thompson Valley EMS and No DUI Larimer on Facebook for updates on our collaboration. Make the Call.

No DUI Larimer Partners with Colorado Department of Transportation

4/20/2021

MBD is proud to be a marketing partner for No DUI Larimer.

No DUI Larimer is excited to announce our partnership with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). CDOT was founded over 110 years ago as a department of the state to ensure Colorado would have a safe, well-maintained highway system. Today, that safety mission includes programs related to impaired driving, distracted driving, car seat safety, motorcycle safety, pedestrian safety, teen driving, and seat belt usage.

For each of its programs, CDOT collects and reports on data related to a specific safety concern. This data is available to the public at https://www.codot.gov/safety. The data that CDOT collects is invaluable to our No DUI Larimer program; with CDOT’s data, we can ask our viewers and visitors to Make the Call to report impaired driving based on real statistics and evidence. Between CDOT’s data reporting and No DUI Larimer’s public requests to “Make the Call,” we are confident this will be a valuable partnership.

Every day, No DUI Larimer appeals to the public to “Make the Call” through print advertisements; television advertisements; social media engagement; and local sponsorships and partnerships. We believe the issue of impaired driving is best solved when a community comes together to address the problem. We ask the public to Make the Call for a safe ride home from a night out, and to Make the Call to 911 to report drivers showing signs of intoxication. It is up to all of us to keep Larimer County’s roadways safe.

With this new partnership, you will see No DUI Larimer and CDOT sharing information and social media messaging online. No DUI Larimer is proud to partner with CDOT – a longstanding, comprehensive traffic safety organization – to combat the issue of impaired driving in Larimer County. Make the Call.

Level Up Bars & Restaurants in Northern Colorado

3/4/2021

“Level Up” is the buzz phrase for Larimer County’s bars and restaurants. The Level Up program allows county businesses to operate one level below the county’s current COVID safety level.

So what does that mean, exactly? If Larimer County as a whole is at level Yellow (Concern), as it is currently, approved Level Up businesses can operate one level below – in this example, level Blue (Caution). Higher levels come with stricter requirements, but businesses that have been approved can operate with fewer restrictions.

Achieving Level Up status requires a lot from businesses. Bars and restaurants participating in the program must:

Record customer names and contact information for contact tracing purposes, to be submitted in a weekly spreadsheet
Submit to the county a proposal to enforce mandatory mask-wearing and describe how signage will be used and how staff will communicate with customers who arrive without masks
Document use of signage throughout the business labeling 6’ distances to ensure those from different households remain 6’ apart
Include a plan for regular sanitation and cleaning of high touch surfaces
Include a plan for daily employee temperature, symptom, and exposure checks
Include a plan for customer symptom screening, including protocols for those who do not pass symptom screening
Have a business-specific plan for outbreak detection, reporting, and response
Provide sufficient quality ventilation including an HVAC system that meets county safety guidelines and maximizing outdoor airflow
Promote the Exposure Notification Service, through with employees and customers who sign up will be notified if they are potentially exposed to COVID-19
Display information for customers who wish to lodge a safety violations complaint
Maintain special hours or accommodations for populations most at-risk
Have zero prior citations of noncompliance
Complete a lengthy application, interview, and onsite visit process

Bars and restaurants currently operating at level Blue must adhere to the following guidelines:

Indoors 50% capacity (max 175 people)
Outdoors 6’ between parties
Alcohol sales, including take-out, must conclude by 12 a.m.
Party size is limited to 10 people or fewer
Reservations are encouraged to alleviate crowds

Many of No DUI Larimer’s Responsible Association of Retailers (RAR) bar and restaurant partners have achieved Level Up status, including:

Avuncular Bob’s Beerhouse https://www.avuncularbobs.com, Fort Collins

Blind Pig http://blindpigfortcollins.com, Fort Collins

Boot Grill https://thebootgrill.com, Loveland

Charco Broiler https://charcobroiler.com, Fort Collins

CooperSmith’s https://coopersmithspub.com, Fort Collins

DC Oakes https://www.dcoakesbrewhouse.com, Fort Collins

Feisty Distillery http://www.feistyspirits.com, Fort Collins

Gilded Goat Brewing Co. https://www.gildedgoatbrewing.com, Fort Collins

Ginger & Baker https://gingerandbaker.com, Fort Collins

High Point Bar http://www.highpointbar.com, Fort Collins

Jax Fish House https://www.jaxfishhouse.com, Fort Collins

Lucky Joe’s Sidewalk Saloon http://www.luckyjoes.com, Fort Collins

The Mayor of Old Town https://themayorofoldtown.com Fort Collins

McClellan’s Brewing Company http://www.mcclellansbrewingcompany.com, Fort Collins

The Reserve by Old Elk Distillery https://www.oldelk.com/the-reserve-home, Fort Collins

Nick’s Italian http://www.nicksfc.com, Fort Collins

Odell Brewing Co. https://www.odellbrewing.com, Fort Collins

The Yeti https://downtownfortcollins.com/business/the-yeti-bar-and-grill/, Fort Collins

Restaurant 415 https://www.thefourfifteen.com Fort Collins

The Regional https://www.theregionalfood.com, Fort Collins

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant https://riograndemexican.com, Fort Collins

Sonny Lubick Steakhouse https://www.sonnylubicksteakhouse.com, Fort Collins

Stuft Burger Bar https://www.stuftburgerbar.com, Fort Collins

Tony’s Bar and Restaurant https://tonysbarfortcollins.com, Fort Collins

Trailhead Tavern http://www.trailheadtavern.com, Fort Collins

The Barrel https://www.thebarrel.beer, Estes Park

The Whisk(e)y http://www.thewhiskeyfc.com, Fort Collins

William Oliver’s https://www.williamolivers.com, Fort Collins

Wing Shack https://wingshackwings.com, Loveland

Thank you to our RAR members for continuing to keep our NoCo community safe!

For a full list of Level Up bars and restaurants in Larimer County, visit https://nocorecovers.com/level-up-certified-businesses/.

How COVID is affecting DUIs in Colorado

2/15/2021

My Big Day has been privileged to be working on a DUI campaign funded by a Colorado state grant, through Partners and their incredible efforts in the area of prevention education. The initiative is called No DUI Larimer.

At the end of May 2020 – immediately following weeks of stay-at-home orders – Colorado State Patrol reported that impairment-related deaths in spring 2020 were double those of spring 2019.

As of summer 2020, alcohol- and marijuana-related crashes were in fact up 32 percent from the same time in 2019. Impairment-related fatal crashes had doubled.

Colorado State Patrol and representatives of MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) speculate that mental health struggles, a shaky economy, and relatively empty roads during the stay-at-home order contributed to increasing DUI rates.

In all, 203 people were killed by suspected drunk drivers in 2020, up from 176 in 2019.

Denver-based attorneys Hebets & McCallin reported that alcohol sales not tied to the hospitality business went up 24 percent in 2020, with sales of spirits with high alcohol content increasing even more, by 27 percent.

The pandemic has brought challenges for DUI enforcement. Many police departments statewide suspended the use of breathalyzer BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) tests due to safety concerns about COVID-19 spread in droplets from suspects’ lungs.

As of February 2021, agencies continue to rely on blood alcohol testing, with mixed results. Some suspects have argued in court that they have a right to breathalyzer testing rather than blood testing, to varying responses from judges. However, Colorado law calls for automatic license suspension for drivers who refuse a blood alcohol test; with breathalyzers no longer an option, many suspected impaired drivers have lost their licenses by refusal.

Despite ongoing restrictions on bar and restaurant capacities, the pandemic appears to have had little impact on reducing impaired driving rates – in some cases, just the opposite.

If you or someone you know is struggling with the financial, mental or emotional effects of the pandemic, and/or substance use, visit the Colorado Office of Behavioral Health online for a searchable directory of substance use experts, mental health professionals, and crisis support resources.

If you see swerving or other signs of impaired driving, call 911. Impaired driving is an emergency.

Make the Call.

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Tips for Creating Healthier Drinking Habits

1/18/2021

As the Marketing company for Partner's No DUI Larimer Initiative, we are working hard to provide our Colorado Community with education and helpful, healthy tips.

You may have heard the term “Dry January” before. Healthier drinking habits are a common New Year’s resolution – but cutting back is easier said than done when alcohol has become part of your daily or weekly lifestyle or is something you use to cope with life’s challenges.

Maybe you’ve experienced negative health effects because of your drinking, or it’s interfering with your interpersonal relationships and ability to function in everyday life. Maybe you just want to start the New Year off with a more focused, healthier you. Either way, here are some tips for cutting back gradually.

1. Set a goal
Start by writing down some current stats: How many days per week you drink, how many drinks you have, and – if some of those drinks are extra large – how many servings of alcohol you have in that time frame.

Set an easy goal to start with. One less drink per week or day is a great place to start. You can even offer yourself a non-alcoholic reward for each day or week you meet your goal.

2. Measure drinks
You may think to yourself, “I only have one drink at the end of each day,” but consider the size of your drink. One serving of alcohol is: one can of beer; 9 fluid ounces of malt liquor (a stronger lager or ale), 5 ounces of wine, or a 1.5-fluid-ounce shot of hard liquor like gin, vodka, or tequila.

If cutting down your number of drinks sounds too difficult at the start, first make sure that each drink is truly just one drink by measuring your alcohol.

3. Make your drinks smaller
If daily drinks are your go-to and less frequency seems daunting, try cutting down even more. Try a half serving of alcohol or even just a few sips at a time. Make a mixed drink with half a shot of hard liquor instead of a full-sized shot. Savor a few sips of wine like you’re a sommelier.

4. Drink lots of water
Drink a glass of water before an alcoholic drink, and alternate each alcoholic drink with a non-alcoholic one. Staying hydrated will help your body process the alcohol, and your stomach will fill up more quickly, naturally limiting the amount of alcohol you can drink in one sitting.

5. Eat while drinking
Similarly, eating before drinking can reduce alcohol cravings, fill your stomach with something other than alcohol, and slow the speed at which you become impaired. If you find yourself always craving alcohol at a certain time of day, time your meal then. Savor your food, enjoy your favorite TV show, and see if the cravings pass.

6. Set a budget
Set a monthly or weekly budget for alcohol based on your servings goal or a financial goal, and stick to it. One technique for sticking to this budget is to buy a gift card at the beginning of the week or month to your go-to liquor store; when the gift card is gone, you’ve reached your limit until you buy your next gift card.

Each time you meet your budget goal, treat yourself to a reward with some of the money you’ve saved.

7. Count your drinks
Sometimes, simply realizing the number of drinks you’re having regularly can be a wake-up call. Start keeping a tally as you drink. When you’re impaired, you may not realize how quickly you’re getting to three, or five, or more drinks.

If you’re shocked by your number, try reducing it by one at a time. Before you start drinking, measure out your goal number of drinks, and then hide the rest of the alcohol. When you’ve finished what you set out, you’re done drinking.

8. Drink-free day(s)
Another solution if frequency is your issue is to start with a drink-free day each week. Maintain that for a month (longer if you’re really struggling), then reduce your weekly drinking days by one more the following month.

9. Avoid triggers
Often, the situations in which you typically drink become triggers to drink. Start eliminating these situations from your life. If you often drink with a certain group of people, start seeing them individually, in a different setting, or not at all. If it’s a place that’s your trigger, it’s best to avoid it altogether. If it’s a certain time of day, try eating a meal and/or planning a fun activity for that time of day as a distraction.

10. Be able to say “no”
You probably won’t be able to altogether avoid situations where others are drinking. Whether it’s friends, coworkers, or a server at a restaurant or party, be able to say “no, thank you.” If you’re worried about the social pressure to drink, practice what you’ll say before heading into a situation where others are likely to be drinking. Be confident in your decision; your health is most important.

Benefits of cutting back on alcohol consumption
You can start to feel the benefits of cutting back immediately. Here are some short term effects you can look forward to:

Feeling better in the morning
Being less tired during the day
Better looking skin
Easier weight management

Long term benefits include:

Better sleep
Stronger immune system
Healthy heart
Better judgment
Better interpersonal relationships, if drinking was affecting your behavior toward others
Stable mood (alcohol is associated with mood swings, depression, and anxiety)

If you find that you can’t cut down, you may need help to quit drinking. If you have developed an alcohol use disorder, drinking may no longer feel like a choice. Never try to stop drinking cold turkey if you drink large quantities regularly; the effects of alcohol withdrawal can be fatal. If you find yourself at this point, it’s best to seek professional help.

If you or a loved one is struggling with alcohol use, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 to get support and local resources.
Make the Call.

Make the Call for a Ride Home in Larimer County

12/10/2020

If you’re out drinking or using drugs and need to Make the Call for a safe ride home, we’ve got you covered. No DUI Larimer has compiled a list of ride services throughout our county. Just scroll down to your city for name, description, and contact information for each service.

Fort Collins

zTrip: Ride services for northern Colorado with flat rate pricing. Runs 24 hours. Download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. To get $10 off a zTrip EVERY month, text #NoDUI to 970-224-2222.
Contact: Use the app or call 855-MY-zTrip

Lyft: Pricing based on demand. Runs 24 hours as long as drivers are available. Download the Lyft app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. You can also sign up or get an estimate here [https://www.lyft.com/rider/cities/fort-collins-co].
Contact: Get help through the app or online.

NOCO Party Bus: Perfect if you’re planning an outing with a big group. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night rides. Pricing is hourly and based on number of passengers; view options and pricing here [https://www.nocopartybus.com/pricing/].
Contact: 970-235-0690

Genesis Executive Transportation: Luxury limousine and car service. Rates are charged per mile, hourly, or customized. View pricing online [https://www.genesis-executive.com/rates]. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night pickup.
Contact: 970-599-9519

Ram Ride x Lyft: A taxi service for Colorado State University students that runs on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Ram Ride now pairs with Lyft to provide discounted rates (up to 50% off, up to $10 off per ride) to current CSU students. Download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Contact: 970-491-2248 until 5 p.m. or through the app

Transfort (currently FREE due to COVID-19): Fort Collins’ bus service. Does not run late at night. Check the schedule at www.ridetransfort.com.
Contact: 970-221-6620

Uber: Similar to Lyft, pricing based on demand. Runs 25 hours. Available on the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Contact: Get help online or through the app

FLEX: City bus system with routes between Fort Collins, Loveland, Longmont, and Boulder. Fare is $1.25 per ride per adult – exact change required. Does not operate on certain holidays or very late at night. See the current schedule here [http://www.ridetransfort.com/routes/flex].
Contact: 970.221.6620

Loveland

zTrip: Ride services for northern Colorado with flat rate pricing. Runs 24 hours. Download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. To get $10 off a zTrip EVERY month, text #NoDUI to 970-224-2222.
Contact: Use the app or call 855-MY-zTrip

Lyft: Pricing based on demand. Runs 24 hours as long as drivers are available. Download the Lyft app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. You can also sign up or get an estimate here [https://www.lyft.com/rider/cities/fort-collins-co].
Contact: Get help through the app or online.

Uber: Similar to Lyft, pricing based on demand. Runs 25 hours. Available on the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Contact: Get help online or through the app

COLT (City of Loveland Transit): Loveland’s city bus service. Adults 18-59 ride for $1.25. Check the schedule and routes at https://www.cityofloveland.org/services/public-works/bus-service. Does not run late at night.
Contact: (970) 962-2700

FLEX: City bus system with routes between Fort Collins, Loveland, Longmont, and Boulder. Fare is $1.25 per ride per adult – exact change required. Does not operate on certain holidays or very late at night. See the current schedule here [http://www.ridetransfort.com/routes/flex].
Contact: 970.221.6620

NOCO Party Bus: Perfect if you’re planning an outing with a big group. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night rides. Pricing is hourly and based on number of passengers; view options and pricing here [https://www.nocopartybus.com/pricing/].
Contact: 970-235-0690

Genesis Executive Transportation: Luxury limousine and car service. Rates are charged per mile, hourly, or customized. View pricing online [https://www.genesis-executive.com/rates]. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night pickup.
Contact: 970-599-9519

Estes Park

NOCO Party Bus: Perfect if you’re planning an outing with a big group. Pricing is hourly and based on number of passengers; view options and pricing here [https://www.nocopartybus.com/pricing/].
Contact: 970-235-0690

Genesis Executive Transportation: Luxury limousine and car service. Rates are charged per mile, hourly, or customized. View pricing online [https://www.genesis-executive.com/rates]. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night pickup.
Contact: 970-599-9519

Estes Park Shuttle Service (FREE): Offers limited hours during the winter. Park at the town’s free parking structure (near the Estes Park Visitor Center) to pick your car up later. Currently operates on Wednesdays from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Runs continuously, no reservations required. View the current schedule here [https://www.visitestespark.com/plan/getting-around/free-shuttle-buses/].
Contact: 970-577-3957 if you have questions

Eddie Limo: Offers luxury transportation for special events. Must book ahead of time. Services mountain cities, even in winter.
Contact: 303-803-7363

Colorado Canyon Connection: Offers one-way trips in town for $10 and round-trip for $15. Operates 24 hours; pickups requested between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. cost an extra $5. Out-of-town trips are available for a different fee.
Contact: 970-614-8669 or book in advance online [https://www.coloradoshuttleservice.com]

Windsor

NOCO Party Bus: Perfect if you’re planning an outing with a big group. Pricing is hourly and based on number of passengers; view options and pricing here [https://www.nocopartybus.com/pricing/].
Contact: 970-235-0690

Genesis Executive Transportation: Luxury limousine and car service. Rates are charged per mile, hourly, or customized. View pricing online [https://www.genesis-executive.com/rates]. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night pickup.
Contact: 970-599-9519

Uber: Similar to Lyft, pricing based on demand. Runs 25 hours. Available on the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Contact: Get help online or through the app

Sapphire Car Service: Luxury taxi service, happy to accommodate short rides for individuals. Does not require advance booking. Contact Sapphire Car Service for more information.
Contact: 979-545-0919

Next time you’re out in Larimer County, Make the Call for a safe ride home!

The No DUI Larimer coalition and campaign was born out of the need to address the problem of impaired driving in our community. The goal is to prevent driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances by increasing community responsibility for safe and responsible driving.

Our campaign is encouraging the public to “Make the Call” to end impaired driving in our community. Make the Call to get a safe ride home. Make the Call about whether you should get behind the wheel, and Make the Call to report suspected impaired drivers. Driving under the influence IS an emergency–please call 911 if you see someone you suspect is driving impaired.

Ending impaired driving is a joint effort between law enforcement, government agencies, alcohol and cannabis retailers, local nonprofits, and the community. We need your help to stop impaired driving before it happens, and when it’s happening. Thanks for doing your part.

-Partners, RAR, MBD Marketing & Events

No DUI Larimer: "Make The Call"

11/5/2020

Our primary goal at No DUI Larimer is to reduce the number of driving-under-the-influence crashes in our county by encouraging everyone to “Make the Call” to report drunk drivers.

Did you know that it is not only acceptable to call 911 if you suspect a drunk driver, but that it is the best way to get an officer to the area quickly? Driving under the influence is an emergency.

Each day in the United States, people drive drunk more than 300,000 times, but only 2,800 are arrested. Calling to report drunk drivers increases the chances that they will be caught, making our roads safer.

Follow this easy 3-step guide to report a drunk driver:

Recognize the signs. If you see any of these signs, the driver may be impaired:

Swerving or driving well below the speed limit
Erratic braking and acceleration
Sudden, abrupt turns
Driving down the center of the road; straddling lanes
Driving on the wrong side of the road
Stopping inappropriately in traffic
Failure to respond to traffic signals

It is important to note that not every drunk driver will show all of these signs. Even one warrants a 911 call.

Gather details. The 911 operator will need as complete a description as possible of the car. Have this information ready when you make the call, if possible:

License plate number
Make, model, and color of car
Location of the vehicle

Be prepared to describe any of the behaviors listed in step 1 that you witnessed. You are not required to provide your name when you report a drunk driver – in other words, you may remain anonymous.

After the call. After you report a drunk driver, law enforcement will attempt to locate the vehicle. If they have a reasonable suspicion of drug or alcohol use, the officer will conduct a field sobriety test on the driver. If the motorist fails this test, they will be arrested.

It’s that easy! So, Make the Call – for yourself, for your friends, for your family, and for your fellow NoCo residents.

No DUI Larimer Campaign Urges the Public to "Make The Call"

9/21/2020

After months of planning and research, the Steering Committee for No DUI Larimer has launched their formal marketing campaign with the help of My Big Day Marketing & Events. The campaign titled, "Make the Call" urges community members of all demographics to make the call to do the right thing, in whatever scenario they find themselves in.

Make the call to 9-1-1 if you see someone swerving on the road.

Make the call for a ride share if you or a loved one has had too much to drink.

Make the call to wait longer before you drive after consuming something that will alter your decision making.

Every day, almost 30 people in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes, that’s one person every 50 minutes. In 2019 more than 8,500 people were arrested for driving under the influence in Colorado. A needs assessment completed in October 2018 found that DUI/DWAI offenses are a significant issue in Larimer County due to a number of factors on which the dedicated members of the steering committee will focus through education, outreach, and policy change.

According to a 2020 survey put out by MADD, 1 out of 8 adults admitted to having driven after they had used cannabis. The organization said that 76% of those surveyed believe more people will begin driving while high as marijuana continues to be legalized for recreational use by states.
Based on recent reported data from Colorado liquor stores, sales are spiking at up to a 75% increase on average across the state. Some liquor stores are reporting up to a 300% increase in sales when comparing 2019 to 2020.

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Larimer County Launches NO DUI LARIMER Project

4/29/2020

**** For Immediate Release****

Press Release                                                                                                              Contact: Christine Forster
April 29, 2020                                                                                                             970-613-1455

Larimer County Launches NO DUI LARIMER Project

NORTHERN COLORADO – April 29, 2020

Larimer County is one of only three communities in Colorado who has been awarded funds from The Colorado Office of Behavioral Health Persistent Drunk Driving and Law Enforcement Assistance Fund grants. The goal is to prevent driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances by increasing community responsibility for safe and responsible driving.

Partners Mentoring Youth, who absorbed this, among other work, from the former non-profit, Team Wellness & Prevention, is the lead agency on this five year project which is now in its third year. Partners has engaged a steering committee, and named the project NO DUI LARIMER. According to Heather Vesgaard, Executive Director of Partners, “This project aligns with our organizations commitment to promoting positive decisions and a safe and well community. Effective work in this arena will benefit youth and adults alike. We are excited to be working with such a broad group of community members to guide and direct this county-wide project.

No DUI Larimer’s steering committee has representatives serving from a broad base of interested parties including; The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, City of Loveland PD, UCHealth, City of Fort Collins PD, Colorado State Patrol, My Big Day Marketing & Events, Bullfrog Liquors, Mulberry Max Liquors, Health District of Northern Larimer County, Omni Institute, Peer Assistance Services, Partners Mentoring Youth, CSU Police Department, CSU College of Health & Human Sciences, Data Action Change, Responsible Association of Retailers, Smokey’s 420, and Larimer County Dept. of Health & Environment.

Areas of focus for this group include:

A media campaign that increases the community’s understanding of its role to prevent drunk and drugged driving
Changing local conditions to promote responsible and safe driving
Integrating DWAI/DUI messaging with promotion of local dining and drinking to be responsive to climate of businesses post COVID19
Collaborating with law enforcement efforts and agencies, and formalizing county-wide collaboration
Using GIS mapping for strategic planning of enforcement and integration with public messaging campaign

In 2019 more than 8,500 people were arrested for driving under the influence in Colorado. A needs assessment
completed in October 2018 found that DUI/DWAI offenses are a significant issue in Larimer County due to a number of factors on which the dedicated members of the steering committee will focus through education, outreach, and policy change.

Project contact: Heather Vesgaard heatherv@partnersmentoringyouth.org
Media contact: Vanessa Lewis vanessal@partnersmentoringyouth.org

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