Each year the California Organization of Police and Sheriffs (COPS) reaches out to hundreds of thousands of Californians urging them to "Don't Drink and Drive". In addition, COPS helps schools in California to educate students on the dangers of driving under the influence. COPS applauds MADD and other groups who work tirelessly to educate the public and law enforcement on one of the top public safety problems.

Did You Know?

	Nearly 40% of all traffic fatalities are alcohol related.
	In 2004, nearly 17,000 people lost their lives in alcohol related accidents.
	Approximately 1.5 million drivers were arrested in 2002 for driving under the influence of alcohol or narcotics. This is an arrest rate of 1 for every 130 licensed drivers in the United States.

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