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- [Holding Drugged Drivers Accountable by Addressing This NY State Legal Loophole](https://stopdwi.org/news/holding-drugged-drivers-accountable-by-addressing-this-ny-state-legal-loophole/) - Holding Drugged Drivers Accountable by Addressing This NY State Legal Loophole Did you know that New York State has a loophole that fails to punish drugged driving offenders? Here in New York State, a driver who is impaired by drugs will only be charged if the drug is named and on a list of drugs.
- [October 2025 Event to Bring Together Leaders for Highway Safety Across New York](https://stopdwi.org/news/october-2025-event-to-bring-together-leaders-for-highway-safety-across-new-york/) - October 2025 Event to Bring Together Leaders for Highway Safety Across New York Get ready to be part of something informative and inspiring in the world of traffic safety this fall! The 2025 New York State Highway Safety Symposium is set to take place from October 14 to October 17, 2025, at the Lake Ontario
- [Short Moving Stories as Videos That Illustrate the Danger of Impaired Driving](https://stopdwi.org/news/short-moving-stories-as-videos-that-illustrate-the-danger-of-impaired-driving/) - Short Moving Stories as Videos That Illustrate the Danger of Impaired Driving Video is a highly effective medium for public service announcements (PSAs) because it combines visuals, audio, and storytelling to create an immersive experience that resonates with audiences. Unlike static text or audio, video can evoke emotions and provide a more impactful connection to
- [Orange County, NY Shares Educational Brochures About Alcohol and Drug Impaired Driving](https://stopdwi.org/news/orange-county-ny-shares-educational-brochures-about-alcohol-and-drug-impaired-driving/) - Orange County, NY Shares Educational Brochures About Alcohol and Drug Impaired Driving Orange County in New York State is north of the New Jersey-New York border. It consists of 812 square miles and has a population of over 400,000 people.Middletown, Newburgh, Port Jervis, Chester, Goshen, and Woodbury are just some of the cities and towns
- [Tompkins County Announces an Interactive Dashboard Tool to Display Impaired Driving Data](https://stopdwi.org/news/tompkins-county-announces-interactive-dashboard-of-impaired-driving-data/) - Tompkins County Announces an Interactive Dashboard Tool to Display Impaired Driving Data Tompkins County in New York State is located in the Central Finger Lakes Region, which is in the west central part of the state. The county has a total area of 492 square miles. The county’s highway department maintains about 300 miles of road
- [Over 112K traffic tickets were recently issued in New York State. What will be the outcome?](https://stopdwi.org/news/over-112k-traffic-tickets-were-recently-issued-in-new-york-state-what-will-be-the-outcome/) - Over 112K traffic tickets were recently issued in New York State. What will be the outcome? The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) announced that law enforcement agencies in New York State issued over 112,000 tickets for violations. The violations included in this large number consist of vehicle and traffic law violations, citations for speeding, and
- [Watkins Glen International Partners with New York State STOP-DWI for the 2024 Prom Year to Promote Safe Driving Practices](https://stopdwi.org/news/watkins-glen-international-partners-with-new-york-state-stop-dwi-for-the-2024-prom-year-to-promote-safe-driving-practices/) - Watkins Glen International Partners with New York State STOP-DWI for the 2024 Prom Year to Promote Safe Driving Practices NYS STOP-DWI and Watkins Glen International (WGI) (also known as “The Glen”) have partnered again for the 2024 prom year to promote and encourage safe driving practices. The Glen calls it the “Ultimate Ride to Prom.” WGI
- [Driving Sober - Free Image Resources](https://stopdwi.org/news/driving-sober-free-image-resources/) - Driving Sober - Free Image Resources Whether you’re at the horse races, riding motorcross, or simply driving or riding in a car, we want you to remember these important messages from NYS STOP-DWI. That is why we are releasing these images. Free for your use. You are more than welcome to save them to your
- [Deadly Driving Legislation in New York Receiving More Attention and Support](https://stopdwi.org/news/new-york-deadly-driving-legislation-receiving-more-attention-and-support/) - Deadly Driving Legislation in New York Receiving More Attention and Support Many drugged drivers are unfairly enjoying their freedoms after being involved in vehicular crashes in New York State. Communities and families are not feeling a sense of justice. However, a proposal, often referred to as the “Deadly Driving Bill” could change that.As of November
- [Letter: Because NY Does Not Effectively Address Drugged Driving](https://stopdwi.org/news/letter-because-ny-does-not-effectively-address-drugged-driving/) - Letter: Because NY Does Not Effectively Address Drugged Driving By ADA Maureen McCormick, Special Assistant for Legislative Initiatives, Office of the District Attorney, Suffolk County This Op-ed is available for publication in full to any interested media outlet.Warning: The image below may be disturbing to some readers. The Deadly Driving Bill (S.3135/A.174) would finally allow
- [New York State STOP-DWI Program, Local Law Enforcement to Present Senator Tim Kennedy with Award in Recognition of Efforts to Make NY’s Roads Safer](https://stopdwi.org/news/senator-tim-kennedy-recognized-by-nys-stop-dwi-program/) - New York State STOP-DWI Program, Local Law Enforcement to Present Senator Tim Kennedy with Award in Recognition of Efforts to Make NY’s Roads Safer Kennedy, Who Has Served as Chair of the Senate’s Transportation Committee Since 2019, Has Worked Closely With STOP-DWI Leadership and Law Enforcement to Enact Dedicated Streams of Funding for Programming Across
- [Letter: Drugged Driving Kills and NY is Not Doing Enough to Stop It](https://stopdwi.org/news/letter-drugged-driving-kills-and-ny-is-not-doing-enough-to-stop-it/) - Letter: Drugged Driving Kills and NY is Not Doing Enough to Stop It By District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney and Dr. Jeffrey L. Reynolds This Op-ed is available for publication in full to any interested media outlet. New York’s roads are deadlier than ever. With the legalization of personal use quantities of marijuana and New
- [Teen Driving Safety Campaign Raises Awareness with Selected Enforcement Dates for April 2024](https://stopdwi.org/news/teen-driving-safety-campaign-raises-awareness-with-selected-enforcement-dates-for-april-2024/) - Teen Driving Safety Campaign Raises Awareness with Selected Enforcement Dates for April 2024 To promote awareness about driving safety, every year the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) launches their “No Empty Chair Campaign.” The campaign takes place during a time of the year when the school session is almost at a close and when young
- [This Legislation Could Keep Everyone Safe From Drugged Drivers](https://stopdwi.org/news/this-legislation-could-keep-everyone-safe-from-drugged-drivers/) - This Legislation Could Keep Everyone Safe From Drugged Drivers Drug-involved crash fatalities are up 33% in the last 5 years. That means at least one drug on the PHL list was found in the driver’s system – and those are only the substances they tested for. New York is one of only 4 states using
- [Rally Event Looks to Stop Deadly Driving in New York State and Pressure Lawmakers for Stiffer Laws](https://stopdwi.org/news/rally-event-looks-to-stop-deadly-driving-in-nys/) - LOCATION CHANGE (RALLY INFO): Tuesday, January 9, 2024 11:00 a.m. at the Legislative Office Building "Well" and "LCA" Room 130, 198 State St, Albany, NY 12210 *Click to jump to important updates Drivers who are impaired by drugs threaten the lives of random and innocent roadway users every day throughout New York State.That is why
- [Yates County Sheriff Spike Retires After 50 Years of Service](https://stopdwi.org/news/yates-county-sheriff-retires-after-50-years-of-service/) - Yates County Sheriff Spike Retires After 50 Years of Service Sheriff Ron Spike has had a career in law enforcement with the Yates County Sheriff’s Office dating back to the early 1970s. Coincidentally, his father served as Sheriff in the county from 1958 to 1981. In Sheriff Spike’s career, he has held many honors and
- [Attendees Gather in Utica, New York for the 2023 STOP-DWI Impaired Driving Conference](https://stopdwi.org/news/attendees-gather-in-utica-new-york-for-the-2023-stop-dwi-impaired-driving-conference/) - Attendees Gather in Utica, New York for the 2023 STOP-DWI Impaired Driving Conference The 2023 STOP-DWI Impaired Driving Conference took place on Thursday, October 19th – Friday, October 20th in Utica, New York. The conference was attended by partners in law enforcement, treatment, probation, prosecution, and victim services.It began with an opening from Tracy Mance,
- [New York's Fuzzy, Friendly STOP-DWI Mascot Celebrates a Birthday](https://stopdwi.org/news/new-yorks-fuzzy-friendly-stop-dwi-mascot-celebrates-birthday/) - New York's Fuzzy, Friendly STOP-DWI Mascot Celebrates a Birthday Monday, October 30th is our favorite, fuzzy, and friendly NYS STOP-DWI mascot’s birthday.That’s right. BiFF is our mascot and he is all about safe driving without being impaired by alcohol or drugs. Learn more about BiFF here and access his coloring pages.BiFF had a lot planned
- [Governor Hochul Takes Action to Support Local STOP-DWI Programs and Protect New Yorkers From Impaired Drivers](https://stopdwi.org/news/governor-hochul-takes-action-to-support-local-stop-dwi-programs/) - [PRESS RELEASE] - Governor Hochul Takes Action to Support Local STOP-DWI Programs and Protect New Yorkers From Impaired Drivers Governor Signed Legislation S.2712B/A.4755B to Send Surcharges Directly to Local STOP-DWI Programs to Ensure Communities Have the Resources They Need to Prevent Impaired Driving and Keep New York Roads Safe For Immediate Release: 10/18/2023 Governor Kathy
- [Did You Know (DYK) Series: Naming the Drug of Drug-Impaired Drivers](https://stopdwi.org/news/did-you-know-series-naming-the-drug-of-drug-impaired-drivers/) - Did You Know (DYK) Blog Series: Naming the Drug of Drug-Impaired Drivers Did You Know: – Law enforcement cannot arrest a driver who is obviously impaired without being able to name the drug impairing the driver! New York’s law is broken. Four fatalities in August were members of the same family who were stopped at a
- [Institute for Traffic Safety Management & Research (ITSMR) Celebrates 45 Years of Service](https://stopdwi.org/news/itsmr-celebrates-45-years/) - Institute for Traffic Safety Management & Research (ITSMR) Celebrates 45 Years of Service The Institute for Traffic Safety Management & Research (ITSMR) is a not-for-profit, research center that is dedicated to improving highway safety. The organization offers services to local, state, and national agencies that also have a shared goal of reducing automobile crashes, fatalities,
- [Allegany County STOP-DWI Program Hosts Emotional, Compelling Mock Crash](https://stopdwi.org/news/allegany-county-stop-dwi-program-hosts-emotional-compelling-mock-crash/) - Allegany County STOP-DWI Program Hosts Emotional, Compelling Mock Crash The Allegany County STOP-DWI program held a mock crash exercise at Genesee Valley Central School. Mock crashes are meant to be a learning exercise to drive home the seriousness of vehicular incidents, especially when they involve driving under the influence.Participating in the mock crash were students
- [Over 125 Awards Distributed to Individuals at 2023 Annual Law Enforcement Recognition Event in Albany, NY](https://stopdwi.org/news/over-125-awards-distributed-to-individuals-at-2023-annual-law-enforcement-recognition-event-in-albany-ny/) - Over 125 Awards Distributed to Individuals at 2023 Annual Law Enforcement Recognition Event in Albany, NY The 2023 Annual New York State Law Enforcement Recognition Event was held on Tuesday, May 2nd at the Albany Capital Center in Albany, New York. The event was presented by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) New York, NYS Governor’s
- ["I Spy STOP-DWI" Social Media Scavenger Hunt Campaign](https://stopdwi.org/news/i-spy-stop-dwi-social-media-scavenger-hunt-campaign/) - "I Spy STOP-DWI" Social Media Scavenger Hunt Campaign NYS STOP-DWI has launched a summer social media campaign called “ISpySTOPDWI.” Think of this initiative as a scavenger hunt for safe driving DWI messages in the real world.The purpose of the campaign is to remind drivers about the dangers of impaired driving in a way that is
- [Watkins Glen International and NYS STOP-DWI Offer VIP Prom Experience to Students](https://stopdwi.org/news/watkins-glen-international-and-nys-stop-dwi-offer-vip-prom-experience-to-students/) - Watkins Glen International and NYS STOP-DWI Offer VIP Prom Experience to Students NYS STOP-DWI was delighted to partner with the automobile racetrack, Watkins Glen International (WGI) (also known as “The Glen”) for “A Ride to Prom.” The goal of this partnership was to encourage safe travel for the Watkins Glen High School prom event in
- [Legislators Are Fighting to Protect the NYS STOP-DWI Program](https://stopdwi.org/news/legislators-are-fighting-to-protect-the-nys-stop-dwi-program/) - Legislators Are Fighting to Protect the NYS STOP-DWI Program – STOP-DWI The pressure is on to protect local STOP-DWI programs, which are facing funding shortages. There is a budget proposal being put forth to address this concern. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, Senator Tim Kennedy and others are advocating for measures to protect these programs.The STOP-DWI program
- [Protecting New Yorkers from Drugged Driving (S8913/A9554) - Friday, May 13, 2022 Virtual Presentation](https://stopdwi.org/news/protecting-new-yorkers-from-drugged-driving-may-2022-presentation/) - Protecting New Yorkers from Drugged Driving (S8913/A9554) - Friday, May 13, 2022 Virtual Presentation (Watch the video recording below) On Friday, May 13, 2022 at 12pm, NYS STOP-DWI hosted an information virtual presentation on NY State Assembly Bill A9554 and Senate Bill S8913. Both bills involve the procedures relating to driving while ability impaired by
- [Medications Might Affect Your Driving](https://stopdwi.org/news/medications-might-affect-your-driving/) - Medications Might Affect Your Driving Did you know that many medications may impair your ability to drive? See the list in this article to learn about medicines that could be dangerous for driving by affecting your ability to make decisions, your reaction time, and more. Some drugs that could make it dangerous to drive include:
- [Nomination Information for NYS Annual MADD Law Enforcement Recognition](https://stopdwi.org/news/nomination-information-for-nys-annual-madd-law-enforcement-recognition/) - NYS Annual MADD Law Enforcement Recognition Nomination Information Sent on behalf of MADD, GTSC, and NYS STOP-DWI Each year, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) New York, the Governors Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC), & STOP DWI honors our Officers and agencies that protect our communities and work tirelessly to obtain justice for victims affected by drunk
- [December is Announced as Stop-DWI Month by Governor Hochul](https://stopdwi.org/news/december-is-announced-as-stop-dwi-month-by-governor-hochul/) - December is Announced as Stop-DWI Month by Governor Hochul On December 7, 2022, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul proclaims December as STOP-DWI Month and announces statewide measures to stop impaired driving. Part of this initiative involves partners, New York State Restaurant Association and Empire State Tavern Association. In addition, there is a newly-launched impaired
- [Yield Right-of-Way to Santa: A Special Holiday Message](https://stopdwi.org/news/yield-right-of-way-to-santa-a-special-holiday-message/) - Yield Right-of-Way to Santa: A Special Holiday Message A special holiday message written by Dave Werner of the Franklin County Traffic Safety Board: I contacted Santa at the North Pole in early December to see if he would make any major changes to his Christmas Eve travels delivering presents to all the children around the
- [DRE & Refusal Training Series](https://stopdwi.org/news/dre-refusal-training-series/) - GTSC & DCJS Training DRE and ARIDE Training, the New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee is charged with the administration and oversight of the Drug Evaluation and Classification Program under the auspices of the International Association of Chiefs of Police. A recurring concern we have heard from the law enforcement community is the difficulty in
- [Franklin County Names Poster Contest Winner](https://stopdwi.org/news/franklin-county-names-poster-contest-winner/) - Franklin County Names Poster Contest Winner Congratulations to Casey O’Connor, winner of the Tupper Lake High School S.A.D.D./Franklin County Stop DWI Impaired Driving Prevention Poster Contest (Again). Casey’s work was outstanding again this year. Thanks to all who took the time to enter the contest. Photograph: S.A.D.D. Advisor Wendy Cross, contest winner Casey O’Connor, S.A.D.D.
- [Top Cops Named in Allegany County](https://stopdwi.org/news/top-cops-named-allegany-county/) - Top Cops Named in Allegany County The Allegany County Annual Top Cop Dinner was held on March 31 in Cuba, NY. Awards were presented to nine Top Cops, with Acting Sergeant P.J. Sherman of the Wellsville Police Department (along with Independence and Willing) receiving the top award. Also recognized were Tory Rounds (Alfred/Wellsville), Tyler Taylor
- [Westchester Hosts "Healthy Teen Brain Day"](https://stopdwi.org/news/westchester-hosts-healthy-teen-brain-day/) - Westchester Hosts "Healthy Teen Brain Day" As you know, 4/20 is recognized by many as Marijuana Day – a day to smoke and get high. Here in Westchester, we choose to celebrate 4/20 as Marijuana Prevention Day. We reclaimed the day and declared it – Healthy Teen Brain Day.The Westchester County Executive, Rob Astorino, along with
- [Oneida Baseball Classic](https://stopdwi.org/news/oneida-baseball-classic/) - Oneida Baseball Classic A few rain drops couldn’t dampen the opening ceremony for the 5th Annual STOP DWI High School Baseball Classic, which was played April 29 and 30th at Murnane Field in Utica.All participating teams where on the field, as a moment of silence was held for 2013 Oneida HS graduate Kane Buss, who was killed
- [One Officer, Six Months, 167 DWI Arrests](https://stopdwi.org/news/one-officer-six-months-167-dwi-arrests/) - One Officer, Six Months, 167 DWI Arrests Laser Technology, Inc. recently donated an LTI 20/20 TruSpeed S laser at the Monroe County STOP DWI Conference to Officer Sam Weech of the Rochester Police Department (RPD) to show appreciation for his dedication to the safety of NY roadways. He has been working in law enforcement for
- [2nd Annual STOP-DWI Hockey Game](https://stopdwi.org/news/2nd-annual-stop-dwi-hockey-game/) - 2nd Annual STOP-DWI Hockey Game The Glens Falls Civic Center was the venue for the 2nd Annual STOP-DWI Hockey Game where team “STOP-DWI” faced off against team “Saratoga County Law Enforcement”. There was a great turnout at the game with an even larger crowd following at STOP-DWI night at the Adirondack Thunder game .
- [NY Statewide Awards Banquet Held](https://stopdwi.org/news/ny-statewide-awards-banquet-held/) - NY Statewide Awards Banquet Held Thank you to law enforcement and all community members who work tirelessly to keep our New York State roads safe from impaired drivers. Photos provided by New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.Click here to view a short description of each award recipient.
- [Cab - Cop Car Making It's Way Around](https://stopdwi.org/news/cab-cop-car-making-its-way-around/) - Cab - Cop Car Making It's Way Around Albany County STOP-DWI has been displaying their Cab/Cop Car around Albany County this summer. Delmar EMS hooked them up with the added advertisement on their sign! Special “shout out” goes to Bethlehem PD for doing the same when the car was in their area.This vehicle is used
- [Governor signs "Tiffany Heitkamp's" Law - Boating While Intoxicated](https://stopdwi.org/news/governor-signs-tiffany-heitkamps-law-boating-while-intoxicated/) - Governor signs "Tiffany Heitkamp's" Law - Boating While Intoxicated GOVERNOR CUOMO SIGNS “TIFFANY HEITKAMP’S” LAW STRENGTHENING PENALTIES FOR BOATING WHILE INTOXICATED OFFENSESLegislation Links Prior DWIs and DWAIs to BWIs and BWAIs to Provide Harsher Penalties for Repeat OffendersGovernor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed “Tiffany Heitkamp’s” Law, legislation that strengthens penalties for boating while intoxicated offenses
- [STOP-DWI Night at the Red Wings](https://stopdwi.org/news/stop-dwi-night-red-wings/) - STOP-DWI Night at the Red Wings August 30th, was 2016 STOP-DWI Night at the Red Wings in Rochester. It was a beautiful evening and the weather was perfect. About ten volunteers showed up to distribute over fifteen hundred lanyards and cards to the game attendee’s. STOP-DWI was grateful that seven victims/survivors volunteered to assemble and
- [Monroe County Impaired Driving Victim/Survivor Retreat](https://stopdwi.org/news/monroe-county-impaired-driving-victimsurvivor-retreat/) - Monroe County Impaired Driving Victim/Survivor Retreat Monroe County STOP-DWI Program coordinated our first annual Impaired Driving Victim/Survivor Retreat. Although this was a serious issue to discuss, the benefits of talking about the events in our lives and developing our resiliency skills met the needs of all attendee’s. It was an awesome experience. The feedback
- [“High in Plain Sight” Presented in Orange County](https://stopdwi.org/news/high-in-plain-sight-presented-in-orange-county/) - “High in Plain Sight” Presented in Orange County Officer Jermaine Galloway presented “High in Plain Sight” to 400 professionals from law enforcement, school and community groups t the Emergency Services Center in Orange County.
- [STOP-DWI Night with the Binghamton Senators and Alliance Sport Marketing on Halloween Weekend](https://stopdwi.org/news/stop-dwi-night-binghamton-senators-and-alliance-sport-marketing-halloween-weekend/) - Add Your Heading TeSTOP-DWI Night with the Binghamton Senators and Alliance Sport Marketing on Halloween Weekendxt Here STOP-DWI Night with the Binghamton Senators and Alliance Sport Marketing on Halloween Weekend! Great puck drop with the New York State Police, Broome County Sheriff’s Office, Binghamton Police Department, New York State Park Police, and the New York
- [Genesee Co. STOP-DWI Awards Luncheon Held](https://stopdwi.org/news/genesee-co-stop-dwi-awards-luncheon-held/) - Genesee Co. STOP-DWI Awards Luncheon Held STOP-DWI holds first awards luncheonposted by Howard B. Owens in STOP-DWI, news. Press release:On Tuesday, Nov. 22, the Genesee County STOP-DWI Advisory Board sponsored its premiere STOP-DWI Awards Luncheon at Terry Hills Restaurant & Banquet Facility.Seven young people from districts in the county were honored for their commitment to the community for entering
- ["Lights for Life" Motorcade](https://stopdwi.org/news/lights-life-motorcade/) - "Lights for Life" Motorcade Monroe County STOP-DWI in conjunction with Rochester Against Intoxicated Driving (RAID), held the 2016 “Lights on for Life” Motorcade on December 10. This year Monroe County was joined by Genesee, Livingston and Wayne Counties Sheriff’s Office’s with each supplying a vehicle for support. Over twenty-five vehicles participated in the Motorcade to
- [Allegany County "Cookies & Wassail Day"](https://stopdwi.org/news/allegany-county-cookies-wassail-day/) - Allegany County "Cookies & Wassail Day" “The Allegany County STOP-DWI Program held our Annual Cookies and Wassail Day on Monday, December 12. This day is presented as an alcohol-free alternative for Christmas parties. Students from the Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES in Belmont prepared around 1300 cookies and nine gallons of wassail which were provided to county employees
- [Orange County STOP-DWI](https://stopdwi.org/news/orange-county-stop-dwi/) - Orange County STOP-DWI Orange County officials gearing up for the New Year’s weekend. Pictured from left to right are: Chief William Worden, City of Port Jervis PD; David Hoovler, District Attorney, Craig Cherry and John Jones, STOP-DWI Program, Kevin Essig, NYSFOP; Ken Jones, Undersheriff; Steve Neuhaus, County Executive and Major Joseph Tripodo, NYSP, Troop F.
- [Amy Stock Memorial Trailer](https://stopdwi.org/news/amy-stock-memorial-trailer/) - Amy Stock Memorial TrailerAmy Stock Memorial Trailer On July 19, 2015, Amy Stock was killed by a drunk driver. Amy’s sister, Eileen Anania, an Otsego County resident, worked with the Otsego County Sheriff and STOP-DWI to bring the demolished car to the county where she lives. In an effort to preserve the car, tell Amy’s
- [Broome County STOP-DWI Coordinator, Chris Marion, Receives Award](https://stopdwi.org/news/broome-county-stop-dwi-coordinator-chris-marion-receives-award/) - Broome County STOP-DWI Coordinator, Chris Marion, Receives Award Congratulations to Broome County STOP-DWI Coordinator, Chris Marion the 2016 recipient of the William T. Smith Award!! He also serves as the statewide STOP-DWI Foundation Chair. Chris is a very worthy recipient having contributed a great deal of time and energy to our education and training efforts,
- [Daniel Barkley Showcase - Allegany County](https://stopdwi.org/news/daniel-barkley-showcase-allegany-county/) - Daniel Barkley Showcase - Allegany County The Daniel Barkley Showcase was held on January 13-14 at Alfred University. This is a showcase of high school basketball teams from Allegany and Steuben Counties playing against each other. A revolving trophy is presented with the name of the winning county. A large part of the showcase is
- [Franklin County Underage Buyer Detail](https://stopdwi.org/news/franklin-county-underage-buyer-detail/) - Franklin County Underage Buyer Detail Franklin County STOP-DWI conducted an Underage Buyer Detail in conjunction with the Malone based New York State Police on Saturday February 4th. In this detail we have an underage buyer attempt to purchase alcohol from local establishments that sell alcohol products in northern Franklin County. A total of 22 businesses
- [3rd Annual Saratoga County STOP-DWI Hockey Game](https://stopdwi.org/news/3rd-annual-saratoga-county-stop-dwi-hockey-game/) - 3rd Annual Saratoga County STOP-DWI Hockey Game 3rd annual game between our Team Stop DWI and the team from Saratoga County Law Enforcement as part of the Adirondack Thunder’s Stop DWI and Law Enforcement Appreciation Night is scheduled for March 11, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at the Glens Falls Civic Center.
- [33rd MID-HUDSON ENFORCEMENT/PROSECUTION CONFERENCE](https://stopdwi.org/news/33rd-mid-hudson-enforcementprosecution-conference/) - 33rd MID-HUDSON ENFORCEMENT/PROSECUTION CONFERENCE The 33rd ENFORCEMENT/PROSECUTION CONFERENCE will be held on April 27, 2017, 8:00AM to 2:30PM at Anthony’s Pier 9, New Windsor, NYThis year’s conference is a one-day format with a great line-up of speakers. We are pleased to announce that Joseph McCormack, Chief of Vehicular Crimes, Bronx DA’s Office and Maureen McCormick,
- [Annual Recognition Awards Banquet - Statewide](https://stopdwi.org/news/annual-recognition-awards-banquet-statewide/) - Annual Recognition Awards Banquet - Statewide Annual New York State STOP-DWI and Mothers Against Drunk Driving Recognition Awards Banquet Since 1995, New York State highway safety partners have proudly hosted an annual recognition event to present awards acknowledging outstanding efforts and achievements in deterring impaired driving. This recognition program is supported by member agencies of the Governor’s Traffic
- [Traveling Exhibit Named top "Traffic Safety Education Display"](https://stopdwi.org/news/traveling-exhibit-named-top-traffic-safety-education-display/) - Traveling Exhibit Named top "Traffic Safety Education Display" The Lewis Henry Morgan Institute’s One Second Exhibit Series explores the stories of crash victims across New York State. These forensic-style exhibits focus on high-risk factors such as: the combination of driving and alcohol and/or drug use, excessive speed, and distractions, such as phone use and texting
- [Christina Hale Recognized for Service](https://stopdwi.org/news/christina-hale-recognized-service/) - Christina Hale Recognized for Service The New York State STOP-DWI Association held their annual meeting on October 16th, 2017 at the Highway Safety Symposium in Niagara Falls, NY. Christina M. Hale, Orange County STOP-DWI Administrator and Chairperson since 2013 was honored for 25 years of service and dedication to the Association.New York State STOP-DWI Association,
- [New Association Board Members Elected](https://stopdwi.org/news/new-association-board-members-elected/) - New Association Board Members Elected The New York State STOP-DWI Association held their annual meeting on October 16th, 2017 at the Highway Safety Symposium in Niagara Falls, NY. Elections were held and congratulations are in order for the following individuals who will be taking office on January 1, 2018:Suzanne Cirencione, Ontario County – ChairpersonLt. Robert Richards,
- [Doris Aiken, Founder of RID, posthumously recognized](https://stopdwi.org/news/doris-aiken-founder-rid-posthumously-recognized/) - Doris Aiken, Founder of RID, posthumously recognized We posthumously recognize Doris Aiken for over 35 years of dedication to preventing impaired driving. Founder of Remove Intoxicated Drivers, a true pioneer, advocate and “pit bull” champion for victims and families affected by impaired drivers; she will forever be remembered because she truly made a difference!The clock was presented
- [Contest Winner’s Life Comes Full Circle](https://stopdwi.org/news/contest-winners-life-comes-full-circle/) - Contest Winner’s Life Comes Full Circle The trajectory of Kevin Thompson’s life took a solid turn the day he got his driver’s license. On the way home from passing the test, with his father buckled beside him in the passenger’s seat, Thompson witnessed a devastating, fatal accident. An impaired driver hit the car in front
- [Dutchess County RID Hosts ‘Safety Tree’ Dedicati](https://stopdwi.org/news/dutchess-county-rid-hosts-safety-tree-dedicati/) - Dutchess County RID Hosts ‘Safety Tree’ Dedication Poughkeepsie… Dutchess County Remove Intoxicated Drivers (RID) held its inaugural Victims Candlelight Vigil with a special “Safety Tree” dedication on Thursday, November 16th to honor the memories of Dutchess County victims of intoxicated driving crashes.Friends and family gathered at the Dutchess County Department of Public Works’ Highway Management Division
- [Call for Award Nominations: STOP-DWI MADD Awards](https://stopdwi.org/news/call-award-nominations-stop-dwi-madd-awards/) - Call for Award Nominations: STOP-DWI MADD Awards The time has come to submit nominations for the Annual STOP-DWI MADD Statewide Awards Banquet. Awards are presented in three categories: Law Enforcement Officer Award is presented to any Law Enforcement Officer who was actively on a Police Agency roster during the year 2017. The Law Enforcement Agency
- [STOP-DWI NY Visits the NYS Sheriff's Association](https://stopdwi.org/news/stop-dwi-ny-visits-nys-sheriffs-association/) - STOP-DWI NY Visits the NYS Sheriff's Association Lt. Robert Richards, Vice Chair of the NYS STOP-DWI Association, spoke to Sheriff’s across New York State at the New York State Sheriff’s Association 2018 Winter Training Conference held at the Desmond in Albany. Lt. Richards spoke about NYS STOP-DWI program and how we can assist them..
- ["No Empty Chair" Teen Driving Safety Campaign](https://stopdwi.org/news/no-empty-chair-teen-driving-safety-campaign/) - "No Empty Chair" Teen Driving Safety Campaign “No Empty Chair” Teen Driving Safety Campaign – April 23 – 27, 2018 Each year thousands of high school students across New York State look forward to attending their prom and graduation ceremony. For parents, siblings, educators and the community, these memorable moments become tarnished when a child
- [20 Recognized at Annual Statewide Awards Banquet](https://stopdwi.org/news/20-recognized-annual-statewide-awards-banquet/) - 20 Recognized at Annual Statewide Awards Banquet Since 1995, New York State highway safety partners have proudly hosted an annual recognition event to present awards acknowledging outstanding efforts and achievements in deterring impaired driving. This recognition program is supported by member agencies of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, the NYS STOP-DWI Association & Foundation and Mothers
- [CROSS BORDER/ JOINT AGENCY TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT DETAIL AND SOBRIETY CHECK POINT](https://stopdwi.org/news/cross-border-joint-agency-traffic-enforcement-detail-and-sobriety-check-point/) - CROSS BORDER/ JOINT AGENCY TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT DETAIL AND SOBRIETY CHECK POINT On May 25, 2018, between 1600 and 2330 hours, Troopers from the Rutland Barracks participated in a Cross Border/ Joint Agency Traffic Enforcement Detail and Sobriety Check Point. Vermont State Troopers joined forces with the New York State Police, Washington County Sheriff’s Office and Fairhaven
- [GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES FAKE ID AND UNDERAGE DRINKING CRACKDOWN DURING THE SUMMER CONCERT SEASON](https://stopdwi.org/news/governor-cuomo-announces-fake-id-and-underage-drinking-crackdown-during-summer-concert-season/) - GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES FAKE ID AND UNDERAGE DRINKING CRACKDOWN DURING THE SUMMER CONCERT SEASON For Immediate Release: 6/7/2018
- [NY Highway Safety Symposium, Crowne Plaza, Lake Placid](https://stopdwi.org/news/ny-highway-safety-symposium-crowne-plaza-lake-placid/) - NY Highway Safety Symposium, Crowne Plaza, Lake Placid Registration is now open for the Annual New York Highway Safety Symposium to be held at the Crowne Plaze, Lake Placid from Monday, October 15th – Thursday, October 18, 2018.Register Now for the Conference Register Now for Lodging at the Crowne Plaza
- [Designated Driver Wins Tour at Cooperstown](https://stopdwi.org/news/designated-driver-wins-tour-cooperstown/) - Designated Driver Wins Tour at Cooperstown Our Foundation Board with approval from GTSC once again selected Cooperstown, Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Experience for our designed driver contest. The winner of the pledge campaign, Austin Hughes from Clifton Park, and his guest, Michael received a VIP experience at the Baseball Hall of Fame that included an
- [NY State's Own Wins National Award](https://stopdwi.org/news/ny-states-own-wins-national-award/) - NY State's Own Wins National Award Congratulations to The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee of New York and Chuck DeWeese on being awarded the Peter K. O’Rourke Special Achievement Award at today’s GHSA Highway Safety Awards luncheon. NYS’s Pedestrian Safety Action Plan was recognized for its efforts in saving lives- way to go New York!
- [Coulson Recognized with "William T. Smith Award"](https://stopdwi.org/news/coulson-recognized-william-t-smith-award/) - Coulson Recognized with "William T. Smith Award" Congratulations to Tracie Coulson, Deputy Coordinator for Cayuga County STOP-DWI, on being awarded this year’s William T. Smith Award from the STOP-DWI New York Association! The William T. Smith Award was developed to honor Senator Smith for his dedication to the cause of the NYS STOP-DWI Coordinator’s Association. The “Smith
- [November Proclaimed STOP-DWI Month](https://stopdwi.org/news/november-proclaimed-stop-dwi-month/) - November Proclaimed STOP-DWI Month Governor Andrew Cuomo Issues Proclamation Recognizing November as STOP-DWI Month. Alcohol-Related Crash Fatalities Decreased 74 Percent Since NYS STOP-DWI Program Established. NYS STOP-DWI Program was First-of-its-Kind in Nation. NYS DMV ANNOUNCES STOP-DWI MONTH IN NEW YORK STATEGovernor Andrew Cuomo Issues Proclamation Recognizing November as STOP-DWI MonthAlcohol-Related Crash Fatalities Decreased 74 Percent
- [NY STOP-DWI Program Making Progress](https://stopdwi.org/news/ny-stop-dwi-program-making-progress/) - "We have made tremendous progress in New York thanks to the STOP-DWI program, and we look forward to building on that success and continuing to save lives," said Terri Egan, DMV executive deputy commissioner and acting chair of the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee. "It is important this month, as so many families gather to celebrate
- [Aldo Rossi Jr Police Memorial Basketball Game](https://stopdwi.org/news/aldo-rossi-jr-police-memorial-basketball-game/) - Aldo Rossi Jr Police Memorial Basketball Game The Aldo Rossi Jr Police Memorial Game is a project of the STOP-DWI Winter Classic and local police agencies to raise awareness about the deadly consequences of impaired driving. Proceeds from the tournament are donated to the Crime Victims Assistance Center to support victim services.Officer Aldo Rossi
- [Genesee County - Officers and Students Honored for STOP-DWI Efforts](https://stopdwi.org/news/genesee-county-officers-and-students-honored-stop-dwi-efforts/) - Genesee County - Officers and Students Honored for STOP-DWI Efforts The top DWI officers in Genesee County in 2017 were Deputy Mathew Clor, Deputy Ryan DeLong, Batavia PD Officer Mitchell Cowen, and Batavia PD Officer Christopher Lindsay. The officers were honored yesterday at a luncheon hosted by the county’s STOP-DWI program at Terry Hills.Clor joined
- [Border to Border and Beyond](https://stopdwi.org/news/border-border-and-beyond/) - On Friday, January 18, 2019, multiple Agencies from across the State of Vermont and New York focused on a saturation patrol focusing on areas where traffic is often heavy and crash data is prevalent. The participating Agencies were: Vermont State Police – Rutland Vermont State Police – Shaftsbury Vermont State Police - Bethel
- [23 Recognized at Annual Statewide Awards Banquet](https://stopdwi.org/news/23-recognized-annual-statewide-awards-banquet/) - 23 Recognized at Annual Statewide Awards Banquet Since 1995, New York State highway safety partners have proudly hosted an annual recognition event to present awards acknowledging outstanding efforts and achievements in deterring impaired driving. This recognition program is supported by member agencies of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, STOP-DWI New York, Division of Criminal Justice Services
- [Highway Safety Symposium - Albany SAVE THE DATE](https://stopdwi.org/news/highway-safety-symposium-albany-save-date/)
- ["Designated Drivers are Legendary"](https://stopdwi.org/news/designated-drivers-are-legendary/) - “Designated Drivers are Legendary” Congratulations to John Snyder from Mechanicville for winning STOP DWI’s Designated Driver contest. John and his daughter got to spend the day with us and Yankee legend Goose Gossage for a VIP tour of the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown.
- [Trainings Rescheduled due to COVID-19](https://stopdwi.org/news/trainings-rescheduled-due-covid-19/) - DUE TO COVID-19 MANY TRAININGS ARE BEING RESCHEDULED. Visit http://stopdwi.org/EventsTrainings for the latest updates.
- [Victim Impact Panels - Virtual or Live?](https://stopdwi.org/news/victim-impact-panels-virtual-or-live/) - Visit your county page - some counties are holding virtual VIP's, some live VIP's and some online VIP's. https://stopdwi.org/county-initiatives It is necessary that you are aware of what program is offered and accepted in the county in which you were sentenced. Pursuant to NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law Sec. 1197 a "Victims Impact Program" means a program
- [167 Steel Markers, All Say 'Gone But Not Forgotten'](https://stopdwi.org/news/167-steel-markers-all-say-gone-not-forgotten/) - 167 Steel Markers, All Say 'Gone But Not Forgotten' CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. — For years now, the Ontario County Stop DWI Committee has remembered victims of drunk driving crashes with memorials. Until this year that meant a simple stick, with a ribbon and a name.Victims are now remembered with a personalized monument, made by students at
- [Call for Nominations for STOP-DWI MADD Awards](https://stopdwi.org/news/call-nominations-stop-dwi-madd-awards/) - Call for Nominations for STOP-DWI MADD Awards Call for “MADD STOP‐DWI Recognition Award” NominationsNominations are now being accepted for the “MADD STOP‐DWI Recognition Awards” in categories for individual police officers, enforcement agencies, STOP‐DWI Coordinators and other individuals or agencies that have made a significant contribution to reducing the incidence of drunk driving within the state. The awards will be
- [Albany County STOP-DWI Administrator Sworn in as First Sergeant](https://stopdwi.org/news/albany-county-stop-dwi-administrator-sworn-first-sergeant/) - Albany County STOP-DWI Administrator Sworn in as First Sergeant Last week Albany County Stop-DWI’s administrator Tracy Mance was sworn in as First Sergeant. Congratulations to her and to everyone else that was sworn in as well. Wishing you all the best on your future endeavors!!
- [Updated Ignition Interlock Legislation Signed by Governor](https://stopdwi.org/news/updated-ignition-interlock-legislation-signed-governor/) - Updated Ignition Interlock Legislation Signed by Governor The Governor has signed legislation that would require a defendant subject to the Ignition Interlock requirement to maintain the interlock device during the period of any declaration of delinquency for a violation of probation, and would authorize the court to extend the period of the condition by the
- [Drunk Driving on Lockdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/drunk-driving-lockdown/) - Drunk Driving on Lockdown By Aaron Curtisacurtis@messengerpostmedia.comPosted Nov. 21, 2015 at 9:15 PMCanandaigua, N.Y.While teaching a local drinking-and-driving program, Ontario County Stop-DWI Administrator Suzanne Cirencione will go through an exercise with students to determine the cost associated with a driving while intoxicated conviction.With the cost of attorneys, fines, Department of Motor Vehicle fees and time
- [Chris Cernik, Esq. Recognized with the William T. Smith Award](https://stopdwi.org/news/chris-cernik-esq-recognized-william-t-smith-award/) - Chris Cernik, Esq. Recognized with the William T. Smith Award The William T. Smith Award was developed to honor Senator Smith for his dedication to the cause of the NYS STOP-DWI Coordinator’s Association. The “Smith Award” will be a New York State STOP-DWI Coordinator’s Association Award, not an award for recognition of local accomplishments. The
- [Orange County STOP-DWI Recognized with Richard Novelli Award](https://stopdwi.org/news/orange-county-stop-dwi-recognized-richard-novelli-award/) - Orange County STOP-DWI Recognized with Richard Novelli Award The Novelli Award was instituted to honor the memory of L. Richard “Dick” Novelli, who died of cancer in 1993 while serving as the STOP-DWI Coordinator and Traffic Safety Director for Niagara County. Because of Dick’s role as an educator, the award is given to programs that
- [$32 Million in Federal Highway Safety Grants Awarded in New York State](https://stopdwi.org/news/32-million-federal-highway-safety-grants-awarded-new-york-state/) - $32 Million in Federal Highway Safety Grants Awarded in New York State See below two links to the Governor’s announcement regarding the $32 million in federal highway safety funds that New York is receiving. The first is from the Governor’s web page with many useful quotes for local press releases.The second is a sample of
- [GOVERNOR CUOMO - OVER 8,100 DANGEROUS DRIVERS KEPT OFF THE ROAD](https://stopdwi.org/news/governor-cuomo-over-8100-dangerous-drivers-kept-road/) - GOVERNOR CUOMO - OVER 8,100 DANGEROUS DRIVERS KEPT OFF THE ROAD GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES OVER 8,100 DANGEROUS DRIVERS KEPT OFF THE ROADRepeat Impaired Drivers, Reckless Offenders Prohibited from Driving under Governor’s RegulationsGovernor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that 8,132 dangerous drivers have been kept off the road during the last three years as result of
- [Courage to Serve Exhibit on Display in Otsego County](https://stopdwi.org/news/courage-serve-exhibit-display-otsego-county/) - Courage to Serve Exhibit on Display in Otsego County Otsego County Sheriff Richard J. Devlin, Jr., announces that his Office, in conjunction with Otsego County STOP-DWI, the New York State STOP-DWI Association and the Southside Mall Management, has arranged for the Courage to Serve traveling exhibit to be displayed at the Southside Mall in Oneonta. This exhibit
- [2015 National Traffic Safety Prosecutor of the Year](https://stopdwi.org/news/2015-national-traffic-safety-prosecutor-year/) - 2015 National Traffic Safety Prosecutor of the Year
- [Don't be the Host ...](https://stopdwi.org/news/dont-be-host/) - Don't be the Host ... It is NEVER legal for any adult to provide alcohol to someone else’s child, even with the permission of that child’s parent. Parents who host, lose the most. The providing host can be charged with Unlawfully Dealing with a Child in the First Degree, a misdemeanor carrying a punishment of up
- [Reminder for St. Pat's](https://stopdwi.org/news/reminder-st-pats/) - Reminder for St. Pat's Don’t push your luck this St. Patrick’s Day. Have a Plan, Don’t Drive, Get a Ride. www.stopdwi.org/mobileapp
- [Call for Nominations](https://stopdwi.org/news/call-nominations/) - Call for Nominations Police officers, STOP-DWI Coordinators and public safety professionals … don’t miss this chance to nominate a dedicated officer, an outstanding police agency, a unique enforcement strategy or an outstanding program that has had success in reducing impaired driving in your community.Since 1995, New York State highway safety partners have proudly hosted an annual recognition event
- [Frigid but Safe](https://stopdwi.org/news/frigid-safe/) - Frigid but Safe Frigid night on Super Bowl Sunday for the Washington County Officers, but they stuck it out to keep the roads safe.
- ["Lights on for Life"](https://stopdwi.org/news/lights-life/) - "Lights on for Life" Co-Sponsored by: Monroe County STOP-DWI Program and Rochester Against Intoxicated Driving (RAID)WHO: All people concerned with the issue of DWIWHEN: Saturday, December 6thTIME: 10:00 a.m. (Assemble vehicles at 9:45 a.m.)LOCATION: CityPlace, Corner of West Main Street & North Fitzhugh StreetPlease contact the office at 753-3017 or email pduffy@monroecounty.govif you plan on attending
- [4th of July Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/4th-july-crackdown/) - 4th of July Crackdown Several years ago the New York State STOP-DWI Association, Inc. launched the “STOP-DWI Crackdown Weekends.” The theory behind this initiative is that by better coordinating and promoting county efforts we can achieve greater visibility of DWI enforcement activities in New York State. Research findings demonstrate that highly visible, publicized efforts like
- [Applause to Cuomo](https://stopdwi.org/news/applause-cuomo/) - Applause to Cuomo Governor Cuomo Announces his 2014–2015 spending plan –“The NYS STOP-DWI Association would like to applaud Governor Cuomo on his continued commitment to providing budget dollars to address the hard-core drunk and impaired driver by proposing that multiple offenders would lose their license for five years and triple offenders would face lifetime revocation The STOP-DWI Program ‘s partnership with the Governor
- [Senator Fuschillo: Legislation to Strengthen Leandra's Law Approved by Sendate Transportation Committee](https://stopdwi.org/news/senator-fuschillo-legislation-strengthen-leandras-law-approved-sendate-transportation-committee/) - Senator Fuschillo: Legislation to Strengthen Leandra's Law Approved by Sendate Transportation Committee Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (R-Merrick) announced that legislation he sponsors to strengthen Leandra’s Law has been approved by the Senate’s Transportation Committee. The legislation would close an unintended legal loophole which is allowing convicted drunk drivers to escape the mandatory ignition interlock
- [Statewide STOP-DWI crackdown weekends for 2012](https://stopdwi.org/news/statewide-stop-dwi-crackdown-weekends-2012/) - Statewide STOP-DWI crackdown weekends for 2012 The statewide STOP-DWI Crackdown campaign is a joint effort on the part of the New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, the New York State Police, New York State Sheriff’s Association, the New York State Chiefs of Police Association, and the New York State STOP-DWI Association.While STOP-DWI efforts across
- [Courage to Serve Exhibit](https://stopdwi.org/news/courage-serve-exhibit/) - Courage to Serve Exhibit A new exhibit at the Greater Rochester International Airport shares the stories of police officers and state troopers who have been killed or injured on area highways.The exhibit, called Courage to Serve, depicts the officers who died while on the job – some struck and killed by drunk drivers and others
- [New STOP-DWI Advertisement Shot in Vestal](https://stopdwi.org/news/new-stop-dwi-advertisement-shot-vestal/) - New STOP-DWI Advertisement Shot in Vestal County: StatewideDate: May 11, 2012Description:VESTAL, N.Y. — It’s many people’s worst nightmare: pulling up to the scene of an accident to find someone they love inside the vehicle.Luckily a scene off the Vestal Parkway Thursday was actually a scene from a new commercial set to air this summer.“The new
- [2012 Driving Spring Fling! Held in Hamilton](https://stopdwi.org/news/2012-driving-spring-fling-held-hamilton/) - 2012 Driving Spring Fling! Held in Hamilton Hamilton: April 17, 2012 — More than 200 Madison County High School Students attended the 2012 Driving Spring Fling!, an annual event offered by Madison County STOP DWI – this year using the Colgate University Campus. Timed to precede the beginning of the Spring Prom and Graduation Season,
- [David K. Wiltey of Fulton County STOP-DWI Retires](https://stopdwi.org/news/david-k-wiltey-fulton-county-stop-dwi-retires/) - David K. Wiltey of Fulton County STOP-DWI Retires County: FultonDate: June 15, 2012Description:David K. Wiltey of Fulton County STOP-DWI will be retiring June 15th of this year. He has been a dedicated member of Fulton County STOP-DWI for 30 years.Your years of service have touched many lives – Good luck and happy retirement!
- [When Tragedy Saves a Life](https://stopdwi.org/news/when-tragedy-saves-life/) - When Tragedy Saves a Life Attendees at the 2012 New York Highway Safety Annual Fall Symposium in Lake Placid recently heard the heartbreaking stories of Lenny Rosado and Jim Shea as they detailed how the violent crime of impaired driving changed their lives forever. Each family turned the inthinkable tragedy into a positive by leading
- [Yates County Recognizes December as National Drunk & Drugged Driving Prevention Month](https://stopdwi.org/news/yates-county-recognizes-december-national-drunk-drugged-driving-prevention-month/) - Yates County Recognizes December as National Drunk & Drugged Driving Prevention Month RECOGNIZE NATIONAL DRUNK AND DRUGGEDDRIVING PREVENTION MONTH WHEREAS, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or other illegal controlled substance is not only illegal but has serious consequences and the month of December is especially recognized as national prevention month, as
- [St. Patrick’s Day Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/st-patricks-day-crackdown/) - St. Patrick’s Day Crackdown 2013 STOP-DWI CrackdownsHalloween: October 26 – 31Holiday Season: December 12 – January 1Super Bowl: February 1 – 4St. Patrick’s Day: March 15 – 18Memorial Day: May 23 – 28Fourth of July: July 3 – 8Labor Day: August 16 – September 2Several years ago the New York State STOP-DWI Association, Inc. launched
- [Drugged Driving is Impaired Driving](https://stopdwi.org/news/drugged-driving-impaired-driving/) - Drugged Driving is Impaired Driving Remember – Drugged Driving is Impaired Driving. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before driving while taking medication.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LqO3Huc76g&feature=share&list=PL52809F39BF8935DC
- [Successful Crackdown – Statewide](https://stopdwi.org/news/successful-crackdown-statewide/) - Successful Crackdown – Statewide
- ["Blotto" Creative Outreach Around the Dangers of Drinking and Driving](https://stopdwi.org/news/blotto-creative-outreach-around-dangers-drinking-and-driving/) - "Blotto" Creative Outreach Around the Dangers of Drinking and Driving Thought-provoking imagery expands DOT’s ongoing efforts to educate New Yorkers on their shared responsibility to help make streets as safe as can beNew York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Janette Sadik-Khan today unveiled “Blotto,” a temporary installation by acclaimed artist John Morse that features
- [Sentencing Obligations Fulfilled Before Relicencing](https://stopdwi.org/news/sentencing-obligations-fulfilled-relicencing/) - Sentencing Obligations Fulfilled Before Relicencing Senate approves legislation to prevent DWI offenders from getting driver’s licenses back without fulfilling sentencing obligations:Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (R-Merrick), announced that the New York State Senate passed legislation he sponsored to ensure that DWI offenders do not have their driver’s license reinstated until they have completed all the
- [Ontario County District Attorney’s Office](https://stopdwi.org/news/ontario-county-district-attorneys-office/) - Ontario County District Attorney’s Office In his 24 years with the Ontario County District Attorney’s Office, District Attorney R. Michael Tantillo said he has seen the community’s attitude toward driving while intoxicated improve significantly. He attributes the change, in part, to his office’s reputation of being tough in prosecuting DWI cases.“We’ve seen tremendous change,” he
- [Statewide Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/statewide-crackdown/) - Statewide Crackdown New York State STOP-DWI Coordinators to Participate in Statewide STOP-DWI Super Bowl Weekend Crackdown Enforcement Effort – February 1 – 4, 2013. The New York State STOP-DWI Association is pleased to announce their cooperative efforts to participate in a special enforcement effort to crackdown on impaired driving. The statewide STOP-DWI Crackdown efforts start on February 1st and
- [The “Courage to Serve” Exhibit](https://stopdwi.org/news/the-courage-to-serve-exhibit/) - The “Courage to Serve” Exhibit The “Courage to Serve” exhibit was produced by Dr. Denis Foley in cooperation with the Lewis Henry Morgan Institute at the State University of New York Institute of Technology (SUNYIT) in Utica, NY and the Albany County STOP-DWI Program. The exhibit, through words and images, portrays different members of law
- [Happy New Year – Crackdown on Drunk Drivers](https://stopdwi.org/news/happy-new-year-crackdown-on-drunk-drivers/) - Happy New Year – Crackdown on Drunk Drivers According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, January 1 is among the top five deadliest days on America’s roadways.During the holiday season, local law enforcement agencies statewide will be out in force, utilizing sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols, to deter drunk driving. Motorists are reminded that
- [Oswego County STOP-DWI Coordinator Retires](https://stopdwi.org/news/oswego-county-stop-dwi-coordinator-retires/) - Oswego County STOP-DWI Coordinator Retires Paul R. Stoner (Rick) an 18 year veteran of the Oswego County STOP-DWI Program is slated to retire at the close of business on December 30, 2011. Rick was involved in many successful programs in the effort to ensure safety of the folks traveling the roads in Oswego County. One
- [Washington County STOP-DWI Coordinator Retires](https://stopdwi.org/news/washington-county-stop-dwi-coordinator-retires/) - Washington County STOP-DWI Coordinator Retires Washington County STOP-DWI Coordinator, Undersheriff Matthew Mabb will retire with the close of 2011. Undersheriff Mabb has been in law enforcement for 32 years and STOP-DWI Coordinator for 16 years.Congratulations Undersheriff Mabb and good luck in your retirement!
- [Leandra’s Legacy, a forensic style exhibition](https://stopdwi.org/news/leandras-legacy-a-forensic-style-exhibition/) - Leandra’s Legacy, a forensic style exhibition Well of the Legislature Office Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY (January 24th, 2012)– – – The Lewis Henry Morgan Institute, SUNY-IT, Utica, presents, Leandra’s Legacy, a forensic-style exhibition portraying children who were put in danger by an adult’s choice to drink and drive and the law that is
- [Rockland County STOP-DWI Honors Top Law Enforcement Officers](https://stopdwi.org/news/rockland-county-stop-dwi-honors-top-law-enforcement-officers/) - Rockland County STOP-DWI Honors Top Law Enforcement Officers There were 939 arrests for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in Rockland County in 2011.The 26 law enforcement officers honored by Rockland Count STOP-DWI Monday morning at the Hilton Pearl River combined to account for one third of those arrests.“To think of the lives saved by your efforts,
- [Call for “MADD STOP-DWI Recognition Award” Nominations](https://stopdwi.org/news/call-for-madd-stop-dwi-recognition-award-nominations/) - Call for “MADD STOP-DWI Recognition Award” Nominations Police officers, STOP-DWI Coordinators and public safety professionals … don’t miss this chance to nominate a dedicated officer, an outstanding police agency, a unique enforcement strategy or an outstanding program that has had success in reducing drunk or impaired driving in your community.Since 1995, New York State highway safety partners have
- [Tracie Coulson Appointed Association Secretary](https://stopdwi.org/news/tracie-coulson-appointed-association-secretary/) - Tracie Coulson Appointed Association Secretary Please join the STOP-DWI Association Board of Directors in welcoming Tracie Coulson, from Cayuga County, as Association Secretary.In addition to her duties at the STOP-DWI Office in Cayuga, Ms. Coulson has been tremendously helpful in many Association projects and currently serves as Chair of The Administrative Committee. We appreciate her willingness
- [2012 New York Statewide DWI Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/2012-new-york-statewide-dwi-crackdown/) - 2012 New York Statewide DWI Crackdown During the enforcement waves, local law enforcement agencies will be out in force, utilizing sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols, to deter impaired driving and ensure the safety of our roadways. Motorists are reminded that driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 or higher will put them over the limit
- [New Media Campaign Launched](https://stopdwi.org/news/new-media-campaign-launched/) - New Media Campaign Launched STOP-DWI NY launches new media campaign to help county STOP-DWI programs raise awareness about the dangers of Impaired DrivingThe STOP-DWI public awareness effort is spearheaded by the NYS STOP-DWI Foundation, Inc. through funding from the New York State Governor’s Highway Safety committee.The campaign includes two sets of TV ad spots, radio
- [2012 STOP-DWI MADD Recognition Awards Banquet](https://stopdwi.org/news/2012-stop-dwi-madd-recognition-awards-banquet/) - 2012 STOP-DWI MADD Recognition Awards Banquet Since 1995, New York State highway safety partners have proudly hosted an annual recognition event to presentawards acknowledging outstanding efforts and achievements in deterring impaired driving. This recognition program is supported by member agencies of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, the NYS STOP-DWI Association & Foundation and the Mothers Against Drunk
- [Multifaceted Plan Needed](https://stopdwi.org/news/multifaceted-plan-needed/) - Multifaceted Plan Needed Utica Observer Dispatch – 12/2/12Although New York State has toughened drunk driving laws over the years, that alone won’t discourage the dangerous behavior that could someday result in the death of someone you love.We must be relentless in the effort to stop DWI. And that effort cannot be one-dimensional, but instead needs
- [“Yeah, You’re That Distracting”](https://stopdwi.org/news/yeah-youre-that-distracting/) - “Yeah, You’re That Distracting” Let’s end the distraction—starting outside the car.Every time you call or text a driver, you take their attention off the road, contributing to the thousands of traffic accidents and deaths caused by distracted driving every year. It’s time for that to change, starting right here in Rochester. We’re teaming up with concerned
- [Ignition Interlocks Recommended](https://stopdwi.org/news/ignition-interlocks-recommended/) - Ignition Interlocks Recommended NTSB RECOMMENDS IGNITION INTERLOCKS FOR ALL FIRST-TIME DWI OFFENDERS AND ENDORSES DEVELOPMENT OF PASSIVE ALCOHOL-DETECTION TECHNOLOGYDecember 11, 2012WASHINGTON – In its study on wrong-way driving crashes adopted today, the National Transportation Safety Board cited alcohol-impaired driving as the leading cause of these collisions and recommended that all first-offender alcohol-impaired drivers be required
- [Warrantless Blood Test](https://stopdwi.org/news/warrantless-blood-test/) - Warrantless Blood Test Warrantless Blood Test For DWI Has Supporters — And QuestionsBy MARK MORRIS The Kansas City Star Missouri is seeking a powerful new tool in its war against drunken driving, and it only needs to convince the U.S. Supreme Court that it’s a good idea. The state — joined by more than 30 others,
- [Steuben County Awards](https://stopdwi.org/news/steuben-county-awards/) - Steuben County Awards Recently Steuben County STOP-DWI Coordinator Sheriff David Cole hosted the STOP-DWI Awards banquet. Several officers were recognized for their DWI enforcement efforts in 2012.Congratulations to all!
- [Monroe County Training and Awards](https://stopdwi.org/news/monroe-county-training-and-awards/) - Monroe County Training and Awards Monroe County STOP-DWI Program held a Law Enforcement training in conjunction with an Awards Luncheon, March 6, 2013 at RIT Inn & Conference Center. The training was co-sponsored by NYS STOP-DWI Foundation with a grant from GTSC and NHTSA. The featured speaker was Maureen McCormick, ADA Naussua County District Attorney’s
- [Life sentence after 7th DWI conviction](https://stopdwi.org/news/life-sentence-after-7th-dwi-conviction/) - Life sentence after 7th DWI conviction Syracuse, NY – In a move that prosecutors say will send a message to repeat drunk-driving offenders in Onondaga County, a man was sentenced in court today to 15 years to life in prison for driving while intoxicated. Allen Cehfus, of Oswego County, was sentenced by Judge Joseph Fahey to
- [Tompkins County Billboard](https://stopdwi.org/news/tompkins-county-billboard/) - Tompkins County Billboard Tompkins County STOP DWI had an officer from every agency in County come together for a photo shoot to create this billboard and the billboard was displayed throughout the County November and December of last year and will be displayed again this summer. Banners and posters were also made to display throughout
- [July 4th Statewide Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/july-4th-statewide-crackdown/) - July 4th Statewide Crackdown Several years ago the New York State STOP-DWI Association, Inc. launched the “STOP-DWI Crackdown Weekends.” The theory behind this initiative is that by better coordinating and promoting county efforts we can achieve greater visibility of DWI enforcement activities in New York State. Research findings demonstrate that highly visible, publicized efforts like
- [Leandra’s Law Update](https://stopdwi.org/news/leandras-law-update/) - Leandra’s Law Update Bill Would Increase Compliance with Mandatory Ignition Interlock Requirement. To reduce the number of drunk drivers on the road and keep communities safer, Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver joined with Assemblyman Harvey Weisenberg to announce the passage of legislation that builds on Leandra’s Law by ensuring convicted drunk drivers better comply with the law’s
- [Wayne Cnty Coordinator Retires](https://stopdwi.org/news/wayne-cnty-coordinator-retires/) - Wayne Cnty Coordinator Retires LYONS — Wayne County’s Special Traffic Options Program for Driving While Intoxicated, better known as STOP-DWI, underwent two major changes last week.Henry Krasucki, who has coordinated the program for more than 17 years, retired June 20. During that time the number of countywide DWI arrests dropped by half. And, in the
- [2013 Chris Thater Memorial Races](https://stopdwi.org/news/2013-chris-thater-memorial-races/) - 2013 Chris Thater Memorial Races Memorial races hosted by Broome County STOP-DWI: Pictured is city of Binghamton STOP-DWI Enforcement car operated by Officer Kevin Brown during the 2013 Chris Thater Memorial Races hosted by Broome County STOP-DWI to raise awareness about the dangers that cyclists and pedestrians face from impaired drivers.
- [One Second Everything Changes](https://stopdwi.org/news/one-second-everything-changes/) - One Second Everything Changes Two Second Front Exhibits One Second Everything Changes and Mission Change are at the Marvin Library, Hudson Valley Community College, Troy this August 23 through September.
- [Devlin’s Receive LEAF Award – Otsego County](https://stopdwi.org/news/devlins-receive-leaf-award-otsego-county/) - Devlin’s Receive LEAF Award – Otsego County Richard J. Devlin Sr. and County Sheriff Richard J Devlin Jr., Coordinator received LEAF’S annual Robert S. Sioussat Award at the drug and alcohol annual Awards Dinner on September 26 at the Holiday Inn, Oneonta. The father and son combination were selected for their strong commitment to youth,
- [2013 Law Enforcement Awards](https://stopdwi.org/news/2013-law-enforcement-awards/) - 2013 Law Enforcement Awards On November 12, 2013 more than 100 people gathered to recognize and thank law enforcement and community members who work tirelessly to keep our New York State road safe from impaired drivers and also to those who work to prevent underage drinking.The NYS STOP-DWI Foundation, Inc. and Mothers Against Drunk Driving
- [Awards Presented](https://stopdwi.org/news/awards-presented/) - Awards Presented MARGARET DUFFY (Monroe County STOP-DWI Coordinator) was awarded the “Novelli Award” at the New York Highway Safety Annual Fall Symposium in October. This award was instituted to honor the memory of Richard “Dick” Novelli, who died of cancer in 1993 while serving as the STOP-DWI Coordinator and Traffic Safety Director for Niagara County. Because of Dick’s role
- [Murder Convictions Upheld](https://stopdwi.org/news/murder-convictions-upheld/) - Murder Convictions Upheld MINEOLA, N.Y. – Victims of drunk driving and prosecutors were dealt a significant legal victory today as the New York State Court of Appeals, the state’s highest court, upheld three drunk driving murder convictions that were argued this year.In a ruling issued today, the Court of Appeals upheld the depraved indifference murder
- [Lifetime Achievement Award](https://stopdwi.org/news/lifetime-achievement-award/) - Lifetime Achievement Award DRUSILLA MALAVASE, of the Ontario County STOP-DWI program. Dru was appointed in 1984 as the assistant coordinator of civil defense in Ontario County. Her boss was also the STOP-DWI coordinator and for many years she served as his assistant. In 2003 she was appointed and the STOP-DWI coordinator for Ontario County. In her
- [Binghamton Officer Recognized](https://stopdwi.org/news/binghamton-officer-recognized/) - Binghamton Officer Recognized Press & Sun Bulletin – Binghamton, NYAs the red and blue lights atop his patrol vehicle flash behind him, Officer Kevin Brown peers into the glassy and bloodshot eyes of the driver he just pulled onto the roadside.For Brown, the Binghamton Police Department’s DWI enforcement officer, this kind of scenario can play
- [TOP COPS Awarded](https://stopdwi.org/news/top-cops-awarded/) - TOP COPS Awarded Dutchess County STOP-DWI presented 19 Officers, representing 12 Law Enforcement agencies including the NYSP, with individual “Top Cop” Awards. Each officer was nominated by their respective departments for their leadership and contributions to the STOP-DWI mission. The honorees were acknowledged for their outstanding dedication and personal accomplishments.2013 “TOP COP” Award WinnersCity of
- [Sen. Fuschillo Retires](https://stopdwi.org/news/sen-fuschillo-retires/) - Sen. Fuschillo Retires Here’s the senator’s statement: (Times Union-Dec. 2013)Tomorrow, we begin a new year which brings with it new beginnings, new opportunities, and new challenges. With that in mind, I have decided that it is time to begin a new chapter in my life and leave the New York State Senate effective 11:59 pm
- [Sharing My Stones](https://stopdwi.org/news/sharing-my-stones/) - Sharing My Stones Marianne’s heartfelt book, Sharing My Stones is available for purchase at https://www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore/book.php?w=9781628542561
- [Genesee Co. Coordinator Retires](https://stopdwi.org/news/genesee-co-coordinator-retires/) - Genesee Co. Coordinator Retires In a statement emailed from Frank, he stated: It has been a pleasure working with you and I leave with the satisfaction of knowing that we have made great progress in the mission of our association and county STOP programs. This (retirement) gives me a chance to pursue other challenges.
- [Super Bowl Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/super-bowl-crackdown-2/) - Super Bowl Crackdown Several years ago the New York State STOP-DWI Association, Inc. launched the “STOP-DWI Crackdown Weekends.” The theory behind this initiative is that by better coordinating and promoting county efforts we can achieve greater visibility of DWI enforcement activities in New York State. Research findings demonstrate that highly visible, publicized efforts like the
- [Restriction Upheld](https://stopdwi.org/news/restriction-upheld/) - Restriction Upheld Schenectady Gazette ALBANY — The Department of Motor Vehicles was within its authority in enacting tough new licensing requirements that kept a “persistently dangerous driver” off the road, a state judge ruled. The new requirements did not conflict with existing Vehicle and Traffic Law, step on legislative toes, or violate anyone’s constitutional rights, state Supreme
- [21 Drinking Age Saves Lives](https://stopdwi.org/news/21-drinking-age-saves-lives/) - 21 Drinking Age Saves Lives Feb 27, 2014 Drug type: Alcohol Researchers found that studies done since 2006—when a new debate over age-21 laws flared up—have continued to demonstrate that the mandates work. The laws, studies show, are associated with lower rates of drunk-driving crashes among young people. And it seems they also curb other hazards of
- [St. Pat's Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/st-pats-crackdown/) - St. Pat's Crackdown The St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Crackdown is one of many statewide enforcement initiatives promoted by the New York State STOP-DWI Association. The Statewide STOP-DWI Crackdown Campaign also targets Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day Weekend, Halloween and the national Holiday Season in December. While STOP-DWI efforts across New York have led
- [Enjoy Prom & Graduation!](https://stopdwi.org/news/enjoy-prom-graduation/) - Enjoy Prom & Graduation! Statistics show nearly one-third of alcohol-related teen traffic deaths occur during April, May and June, a time when parties and celebrations can turn dangerous and sometimes tragic for underage drinkers. With these sobering statistics in mind, The STOP-DWI Association encourages parents to talk with their teens about the dangers of underage
- [Cinco de Mayo 2014](https://stopdwi.org/news/cinco-de-mayo-2014/) - Cinco de Mayo 2014 This Cinco de Mayo,Don’t Let Fiestas Lead to FatalitiesBuzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving Every year on May 5th, people nationwide get together to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, with parties, festive foods, and lots of alcohol.The problem is, this holiday all-too-often leads to tragedy when people choose to drive drunk.From 2008-2012, there were
- [Memorial Day Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/memorial-day-crackdown/) - Memorial Day Crackdown Several years ago the New York State STOP-DWI Association, Inc. launched the “STOP-DWI Crackdown Weekends.” The theory behind this initiative is that by better coordinating and promoting county efforts we can achieve greater visibility of DWI enforcement activities in New York State. Research findings demonstrate that highly visible, publicized efforts like the
- [Exhibit Receives Award](https://stopdwi.org/news/exhibit-receives-award/) - Exhibit Receives Award Willy “Coach Wilson Purple Heart recipient and subject in the Second Front Exhibit receives Community Service award from the Central NY Veteran’s Outreach Center as Second Front exhibit is displayed at the VOC until July.
- [New Ontario STOP-DWI Administrator](https://stopdwi.org/news/new-ontario-stop-dwi-administrator/) - New Ontario STOP-DWI Administrator By John Addyman Messenger PostPosted Jun. 1, 2014 @ 5:00 amCanandaigua, N.Y.HOPEWELL – Ontario County has tapped a veteran probation officer to become its new Stop-DWI program administrator, taking over for longtime officeholder Dru Malavase, who officially retired Friday.Suzanne Cirencione — who has been a probation officer in Ontario County for
- [Uncollected Fines Seminars](https://stopdwi.org/news/uncollected-fines-seminars/) - Uncollected Fines Seminars July 22, 2014 Location: Office of Emergency Management, Montgomery County Office Bldg. 64 Broadway, Fonda, NY Site Host: Jeff Smith, Montgomery County STOP-DWI jsmith@emo.montgomery.ny.us 518-853-4011 July 23, 2014 Location: Livingston County Center for Emergency Operations and Training 3360 Gypsy Lane Mt. Morris, New York Site Host: Amy DeGraff, Livingston County STOP-DWI ADeGraff@co.livingston.ny.us 585-243-7155 August 4, 2014
- [Stricter Penalties Signed](https://stopdwi.org/news/stricter-penalties-signed/) - Stricter Penalties Signed Albany, NY (August 1, 2014) Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation creating Vince’s Law, an amendment to current law that extends the time frame in which multiple DWIs can be considered to automatically invoke a felony.“Motorists who repeatedly drive drunk are a danger to themselves and everyone else on the road, and
- [Labor Day Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/labor-day-crackdown/) - Labor Day Crackdown Research shows that high-visibility enforcement can reduce drunk driving fatalities by as much as 20 percent. Sobriety checkpoints play a key part in raising awareness about the problem. These efforts are primarily funded by DWI fine money as well as additional grants from the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee that are provided to
- [Illicit Drug Exhibit](https://stopdwi.org/news/illicit-drug-exhibit/) - Illicit Drug Exhibit Law enforcement and family members offered support of Sierra’s Law. Four year old Sierra Gore’s illicit drug crash is part of the exhibit. Representatives from Law Enforcement as Sheriff Craig D, Apple Sr. and ADA Karen –Edelman Reyes share their experiences. STOP –DWI NY Counsel Christopher Cernik related why NYS needs up
- [CASAC Credit Available](https://stopdwi.org/news/casac-credit-available/) - CASAC Credit Available We are proud to announce that this year’s New York Highway Safety Annual Fall Symposium will offer one CASAC credit for each of the following workshops: Keynote: High in Plain Sight, Officer Jermaine Galloway The New Drug Trend of “Dabbing”, Officer Jermaine Galloway First the Crash then the Impact: Prescription Drugs, Dr. Denis
- [Highway Safety Symposium](https://stopdwi.org/news/highway-safety-symposium/) - Highway Safety Symposium The New York Highway Safety Symposium attracts more than 350 professionals from local, state, federal and private agencies who are involved in the effort to reduce deaths and injuries related to traffic crashes. These professionals attend the symposium to exchange information on current activities and new developments on the promotion of injury prevention
- [Cab-Cop Car](https://stopdwi.org/news/cab-cop-car/) - Cab-Cop Car This vehicle will be used as a mobile and static display to stimulate conversation about the choices we make when drinking and driving. Our motto is “You Choose, Cab or Cuffs”. On the car you will see we have included all the patches from our local law enforcement agencies and the new buzzed driving
- [663 DWI's and 46K tickets](https://stopdwi.org/news/663-dwis-and-46k-tickets/) - 663 DWI's and 46K tickets ALBANY, N.Y. — Troopers issued more than 46,000 tickets to drivers during a crackdown that ended Monday and focused on drunken driving and speeding.During the national “Drunk Driving, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, which ran from Aug. 15 through Monday, troopers issued 46,584 tickets, the New York State
- [NYC Mural Project](https://stopdwi.org/news/nyc-mural-project/) - NYC Mural Project As part of the two-month project, the teens participated in interactive seminars about the facts, choices and consequences of DWI, which included drunk driving simulations and a talk by a DWI offender. The students were profoundly influenced by his story, and incorporated into the mural a representation of the Phoenix he had
- [Halloween Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/halloween-crackdown/) - Halloween Crackdown Several years ago the New York State STOP-DWI Association, Inc. launched the “STOP-DWI Crackdown Weekends.” The theory behind this initiative is that by better coordinating and promoting county efforts we can achieve greater visibility of DWI enforcement activities in New York State. Research findings demonstrate that highly visible, publicized efforts like the STOP-DWI
- [Sharing My Stones Book Signing](https://stopdwi.org/news/sharing-my-stones-book-signing/) - Sharing My Stones Book Signing On 10/17/14, the Ontario County STOP-DWI program hosted a booking signing of Marianne Angelillo’ s book, “Sharing My Stones” to kick off National Teen Driver Safety Week and Red Ribbon Week. In attendance were Ontario County Sheriff Philip Povero, Ontario County Chairman of the Board of Supervisors Jack Marren, Ontario
- [2014 William T. Smith Award](https://stopdwi.org/news/2014-william-t-smith-award/) - 2014 William T. Smith Award Congratulations to Dr. Denis Foley recipient of the William T. Smith Award: “For over 30 years of commitment and dedication to theNew York STOP-DWI Association.His innovative leadership for our educationalefforts are noteworthy specifically the research and developmentof the “One Second, Everything Changes” films and exhibits.”
- [Columbia County Message](https://stopdwi.org/news/columbia-county-message/) - Columbia County Message Columbia County STOP-DWI, Columbia County Sheriff and Columbia County District Attorney join together with a safety message to keep you alive! Have a Plan – Don’t Drink and Drive.
- [Three Exhibits Compiled](https://stopdwi.org/news/three-exhibits-compiled/) - Three Exhibits Compiled For the first time three exhibits are compiled. The original Second Front and the banner exhibits Second Front :Vietnam and Second Front: Mission Change. The full exhibit illustrated the extent of PTSI ,alcohol and drug, medication, and their manifestation on the roadway. The exhibits highlight the strength and capacity of recovery in our
- [Westchester Message](https://stopdwi.org/news/westchester-message/) - Westchester Message Vampires, witches, zombies, goblins, peer pressure, drugs and alcohol. Some Halloween dangers are much more real than others.Stay safe this Halloween!
- [Ontario Collects Fines](https://stopdwi.org/news/ontario-collects-fines/) - Ontario Collects Fines By Aaron Curtis acurtis@messengerpostmedia.com Posted Nov. 6, 2014 @ 12:18 am Canandaigua, N.Y. Ontario County’s STOP-DWI program has launched an operation aimed at collecting $238,533 in delinquent and unpaid fines from driving while intoxicated charges. The program, titled “Operation Personal Responsibility,” has zeroed in on 158 people convicted of DWI in Ontario County dating
- [Holiday campaign kickoff](https://stopdwi.org/news/holiday-campaign-kickoff/) - Holiday campaign kickoff The Have a Plan app is available for free in the App Store on any smartphone.“We have a QR code that can be scanned or you can go to your app store and type in ‘Have a Plan’. If you put this on your phone you have no excuse for not getting
- [Happy Holidays!](https://stopdwi.org/news/happy-holidays/) - Happy Holidays! Stay safe this holiday season! Download the FREE “Have a Plan” app at stopdwi.org/mobileapp
- [Franklin Cnty Winner](https://stopdwi.org/news/franklin-cnty-winner/) - Franklin Cnty Winner Photo: Melissa Johnston, Linda Moore SADD Executive, winner Skylar Ratcliffe, Chris Strack SADD Executive, Principal Marc Czadzeck
- [2014 Motorcade](https://stopdwi.org/news/2014-motorcade/) - 2014 Motorcade 2014 “Lights on for Life” Press Conference which follows the Motorcade with a message from the County Executive-Maggie Brooks, District Attorney Sandra Doorley, Law Enforcement Representative-Gates Chief Jim Vanbrederode, Public Safety Director-David Moore, RAID Chairperson-Sarah Palermo and STOP-DWI Coordinator-Peggy Duffy.
- [Cookies & Wassail Day](https://stopdwi.org/news/cookies-wassail-day/) - Cookies & Wassail Day At the Legislative Board Meeting that day Linda Edwards, Allegany STOP-DWI Coordinator, had Privilege of the Floor where I talked about the importance of celebrating a safe holiday season. A Proclamation was made by Legislature Board Chairman Curtis Crandall proclaiming December as Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month in Allegany County, and urging
- [SADD Conference](https://stopdwi.org/news/sadd-conference/) - SADD Conference
- [Utica Comets STOP-DWI](https://stopdwi.org/news/utica-comets-stop-dwi/) - Utica Comets STOP-DWI Special thanks Herkimer (DWI Coordinator Mike Edwards), Madison County (DWI Coordinator Undersheriff John Ball) and Oneida County (DWI Coordinator Tom Giruzzi) for the cooperative participation in this event. Especially for driving up through the blustery conditions, in order to be there for the PUCK DROP, thanks a lot, guys!Also, a special thank you to Oneida
- [Dutchess Top Cops](https://stopdwi.org/news/dutchess-top-cops/) - Dutchess Top Cops (Craig Wolf/Poughkeepsie Journal) – Dec. 10, 2014Hill addressed a roomful of police officers gathered for the annual Law Enforcement Award Ceremony sponsored by the Dutchess County STOP-DWI Program. It was the 20th such event, and this one was at the college.Hill analyzed the number of arrests for driving while intoxicated, DWI, or
- [Amerks STOP-DWI Night](https://stopdwi.org/news/amerks-stop-dwi-night/) - Amerks STOP-DWI Night January 9, 2015 was STOP-DWI night at the Amerks Hockey Game.
- [Super Bowl Crackdown](https://stopdwi.org/news/super-bowl-crackdown/) - Super Bowl Crackdown You can help to make a difference by Having a Plan! Download our new mobile app – “Have a Plan” and you will always be able to find a safe ride home www.stopdwi.org/mobileapp So root for your favorite team; enjoy your friends and family and remember “DON’T DRIVE, GET A RIDE! The STOP-DWI Super Bowl
- ["Mac's Safe Ride Continued"](https://stopdwi.org/news/macs-safe-ride-continued/) - "Mac's Safe Ride Continued" On Wednesday January 14, Franklin County STOP-DWI helped the “Mac’s Safe Ride Continued” project by donating $1000. This program offers a free safe ride home Friday and Saturday nights from 8pm-3am. It is run entirely by volunteers and the ride is free with donations gladly accepted. We are very proud of
- [NYC Plan](https://stopdwi.org/news/nyc-plan/) - NYC Plan In partnership with New York City Council Member, NYC STOP-DWI distributed thousands of free metro cards to the public during the holiday season to encourage New Yorkers not to drive under the influence. Remember to still use the MTA or another plan to get home safely.
- [Allegany County Scholarships](https://stopdwi.org/news/allegany-county-scholarships/) - Allegany County Scholarships On Saturday, January 24, the Allegany County Sheriff’s Department sponsored the inaugural Dan Barkely Basketball Showcase. This Showcase pitted five Allegany County schools against five schools from Steuben County to raise money for scholarships to be given by the Deputy Sheriff’s Association. The STOP-DWI Program was invited to participate with educational information
- [Ontario ADA Awarded](https://stopdwi.org/news/ontario-ada-awarded/) - Ontario ADA Awarded “Our 4th Quarter STOP-DWI Award goes to Ontario County Assistant District Attorney Neal McClelland. Neal has tried over 300 DWI cases in Ontario County and has prosecuted more DWI cases than any other attorney in the history of New York. Neal has been with Ontario County for over 30 years and recently
- [Lockport Road Check](https://stopdwi.org/news/lockport-road-check/) - Lockport Road Check The New York State Police and the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office held a DWI Road Check in Lockport Super Bowl Sunday afternoon. Niagara County STOP-DWI provided informational material such as the STOP-DWI Mobile App, Decals and Key Chains that were passed out to motorists during the check. This provided a positive interaction
- [Warren County Partner](https://stopdwi.org/news/warren-county-partner/) - Warren County Partner
- [SUNY Oswego Presents:](https://stopdwi.org/news/suny-oswego-presents/) - SUNY Oswego Presents: Marianne Angelillo. She has been speaking publicly since 2004 sharing her family’s journey in the hopes of preventing other families from experiencing such tragedy.She will be at the Marano Campus Center Auditorium, SUNY Oswego on Monday, March 23, 2015 at 7 pm for a presentation and book signing. The event is free and
- [WINNER NAMED](https://stopdwi.org/news/winner-named/) - WINNER NAMED Congratulations to Casey O’Connor, winner of the Tupper Lake High School S.A.D.D./Franklin County Stop DWI Impaired Driving Prevention Poster Contest. Thanks to all who took the time to enter the contest. Your work was outstanding. Once again it was very difficult to pick just one winner.
- [Snowmobile Checkpoint](https://stopdwi.org/news/snowmobile-checkpoint/) - Snowmobile Checkpoint Franklin County STOP-DWI participated in the Franklin County Traffic Safety’s snowmobile checkpoint in the Town of Franklin and the Town of Tupper Lake over the past two weekends. Also participating in the detail was New York State Forest Rangers & Encon Police, Franklin County Sheriff’s Department, Tupper Lake Police and State Police Malone.
- [STOP-DWI Hockey Night](https://stopdwi.org/news/stop-dwi-hockey-night/) - STOP-DWI Hockey Night March 28, 2015 has been designated as “STOP-DWI Night” in Glens Falls with the Adirondack Flames (AHL affiliate of the Calgary Flames) in their game with the Oklahoma City Barons (AHL affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers). Saratoga County has scheduled a “STOP-DWI” game at 2:00 p.m. to precede the Flames game, with a
- [Distracted Driving Presentation](https://stopdwi.org/news/distracted-driving-presentation/) - Distracted Driving Presentation On February 12 and March 12 and 13 Jacy Good and Steve Johnson gave their presentation on Distracted Driving at six schools in Allegany County (Scio, Belfast, Cuba-Rushford, Genesee Valley, Bolivar-Richburg and Friendship). The presentation was well-received by all and generated much discussion. Pictured at Cuba-Rushford Central School are Carrie Bold, High
- [2014 Recognition Awards](https://stopdwi.org/news/2014-recognition-awards/) - 2014 Recognition Awards Each year MADD New York and New York STOP-DWI host a recognition awards luncheon as a “Thank You” to law enforcement and all community members who work tirelessly to keep our NY roads safe from impaired drivers and also to those who work to prevent underage drinking. Congratulations to this years 23
- [Attorney Kavaney Recognized](https://stopdwi.org/news/attorney-kavaney-recognized/) - Attorney Kavaney Recognized MARY KAVANEY, an Attorney formerly with the Executive Office of the Governor. Prior to her employment with the Governor, Mary was the acting Secretary for Public Safety, Assistant Secretary for Public Safety and a part of DCJS. Ms. Kavaney has spearheaded reforms to vehicular crimes statutes and regulations that have made a substantial
- [Exhibits Available](https://stopdwi.org/news/exhibits-available/) - Exhibits Available The Lewis Henry Morgan Institute’s One Second Exhibit Series explores the stories of crash victims across New York State. These forensic-style exhibits focus on high-risk factors such as: the combination of driving and alcohol and/or drug use, excessive speed, and distractions, such as phone use and texting while driving. In addition, the importance
- [Westchester County Prom & Graduation Safety](https://stopdwi.org/news/westchester-county-prom-graduation-safety/) - Westchester County Prom & Graduation Safety Prom and Graduation season is a time for happy and memorable memories for students. To help ensure that this time is safe for all students, the Westchester County Office of Drug Abuse Prevention & STOP-DWI along with the Westchester Coalition for Drug & Alcohol Free Youth continue to have
- [Dutchess Remembers Victims](https://stopdwi.org/news/dutchess-remembers-victims/) - Dutchess Remembers Victims
- [2015 Niagara County Traffic Safety Fair](https://stopdwi.org/news/2015-niagara-county-traffic-safety-fair/) - 2015 Niagara County Traffic Safety Fair Niagara County STOP-DWI and Niagara County Office of Traffic Safety hosted the 20th Annual Niagara County Traffic Safety Fair from May 12-21 for High School seniors from four counties across Western NY. Over 2800 high students attended the eight day event to raise awareness of Drinking and Driving, Distracted
- [Franklin County STOP-DWI Impaired Driving Prevention Poster Contest](https://stopdwi.org/news/franklin-county-stop-dwi-impaired-driving-prevention-poster-contest/) - Franklin County STOP-DWI Impaired Driving Prevention Poster Contest Poster contest winner Alexis Stephenson with her parents Rick and Eileen Stephenson and Saranac Lake High School Art Teacher Jennifer Moore, Poster contest winner Alexis Stephenson and Principal Joshua Dann
- [Congrats COLIN PATTERSON - Voorheesville High School Winner!](https://stopdwi.org/news/congrats-colin-patterson-voorheesville-high-school-winner/) - Congrats COLIN PATTERSON - Voorheesville High School Winner! The Voorheesville High School Digital Graphics class was called upon to come up with some ideas for a STOP DWI banner that Albany County STOP-DWI made into a banner for display. The winning banner was displayed in front of the high school during graduation. The submission was from student
- [2015 NY Highway Safety Symposium Registration Information](https://stopdwi.org/news/2015-ny-highway-safety-symposium-registration-information/) - 2015 NY Highway Safety Symposium Registration Information Date: Oct 18 2015 – 6:00pm to Oct 21 2015 – 4:00pmLocation: Doubletree by Hilton, Binghamton, NYThe New York Highway Safety Symposium attracts more than 350 professionals from local, state, federal and private agencies who are involved in the effort to reduce deaths and injuries related to traffic crashes. These professionals attend
- [Rochester Red Wings STOP-DWI Night](https://stopdwi.org/news/rochester-red-wings-stop-dwi-night/) - Rochester Red Wings STOP-DWI Night Twelve Law Enforcement vehicles from Monroe and Livingston counties were in attendance to circle the diamond at the ball park in support of STOP-DWI Night. Police Agencies-Rochester, Greece, Monroe County Sheriff’s, NYS Troopers, Livingston County Sheriff’s, Webster, Ogden, East Rochester, Irondequoit, Brighton and Gates were there for support. Monroe County District Attorney’s
- [2015-2016 Enforcement Crackdown Dates Announced](https://stopdwi.org/news/2015-2016-enforcement-crackdown-dates-announced/) - 2015-2016 Enforcement Crackdown Dates Announced Several years ago the New York State STOP-DWI Association, Inc. launched the “STOP-DWI Crackdown Weekends.” The theory behind this initiative is that by better coordinating and promoting county efforts we can achieve greater visibility of DWI enforcement activities in New York State. Research findings demonstrate that highly visible, publicized efforts
- [21st Annual STOP-DWI Law Enforcement Awards Honor Dutchess County “TOP COPS”](https://stopdwi.org/news/21st-annual-stop-dwi-law-enforcement-awards-honor-dutchess-county-top-cops/) - 21st Annual STOP-DWI Law Enforcement Awards Honor Dutchess County “TOP COPS” Poughkeepsie… The Dutchess County STOP-DWI Planning Board today honored seven law enforcement officers as “TOP COPS” at the 21st Annual Dutchess County STOP-DWI Program’s Law Enforcement Awards Luncheon held at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel in the City of Poughkeepsie. The event honors police officers
- [Andrew Cuomo should veto flawed hit and run bill - says Newsday](https://stopdwi.org/news/andrew-cuomo-should-veto-flawed-hit-and-run-bill-says-newsday/) - Andrew Cuomo should veto flawed hit and run bill - says Newsday Both the NYS STOP-DWI Association and the District Attorney’s Association support a veto of the bill. Click here to view the letters of veto support that were sent to the Governor.Newsday — Editorial — Updated December 3, 2015 7:19 AMAndrew Cuomo should veto flawed hit
- [Allegany County 2015 Cookies & Wassail Day](https://stopdwi.org/news/allegany-county-2015-cookies-wassail-day/) - Allegany County 2015 Cookies & Wassail Day On Monday, December 14, 2015, the Allegany County STOP-DWI Office sponsored the Annual Cookies and Wassail Day. This event is held to remind individuals that fun holiday events can be held without providing alcohol. Culinary Arts students and their instructor from the Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES, Belmont Center, prepared and
- [December 2015 STOP-DWI New York Newsletter Released](https://stopdwi.org/news/december-2015-stop-dwi-new-york-newsletter-released/) - December 2015 STOP-DWI New York Newsletter Released Several years have gone by since the last newsletter was developed by the STOP-DWI Association, Inc.; however, that doesn’t mean a lot was not happening! Visit http://stopdwi.org/resources-newsletters to view, print and distribute Volume 1, Issue 1 of the STOP-DWI Newsletter.
- [2016 Dan Barkley Basketball Showcase](https://stopdwi.org/news/2016-dan-barkley-basketball-showcase/) - 2016 Dan Barkley Basketball Showcase The Dan Barkley Basketball Showcase was held on January 15-16 at Alfred University. Schools from Allegany and Steuben Counties played against each other to raise money for scholarships. Agencies from the two counties, including Partners for Prevention in Allegany County, a drug-free coalition, were present with educational information. The Allegany
- [Second Annual "STOP-DWI Hockey Game"](https://stopdwi.org/news/second-annual-stop-dwi-hockey-game/) - Second Annual "STOP-DWI Hockey Game" Hey hockey fans – join us for the second annual “Stop DWI Hockey Game” on Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the Glens Falls Civic Center. “Team Stop DWI” is again playing the team from “Saratoga County Law Enforcement” and should be a great game!
- [Drive Safe, Live Safe - Oswego County](https://stopdwi.org/news/drive-safe-live-safe-oswego-county/) - Drive Safe, Live Safe - Oswego County Police, prosecutors and state and local traffic safety experts will be on hand, along with a mini-obstacle course and several driving simulators: Drop It and Drive (texting and other driver inattention), The Convincer (accidents and seat belt use) and Fatal Vision goggles (alcohol impairment). visit: http://oswegocountytoday.com/mothers-teen-driving-story-to-highlight-traffic-safety-event/ for more details.
- [2020 News Archives](https://stopdwi.org/news/2020/) - 2020 News Archives Victim Impact Panels - Virtual or Live? News Archives Protecting New Yorkers from Drugged Driving Consequences & Costs Driving High Drug Impaired Driving Good Host Checklist Have A Plan Flowchart Quiz Have A Plan Mobile App Partner Agencies and Programs Printable Resources Tools and Resources Traveling Exhibits For Servers YouTube and Vimeo

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- [Home](https://stopdwi.org/) - The 2026 L. Richard Novelli & William T. Smith Awards Honoring Two Individuals Who Made an Impact on Traffic Safety Learn More and Nominate Someone Resources you can use We have FREE educational resources for schools, agencies, community groups, and for individuals. Coloring Pages, Printable Resources, our Mobile App ... and more Browse Our Resources
- [Chemung County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-chemung/) - CHEMUNG County Contact: Colleen Grebleski Address: 425 Pennsylvania Ave, Room 308Elmira, NY 14904 Phone: 607-737-2060 Email: cgrebleski@chemungcountyny.gov The dates for the Victim Impact Panels are as follows Tuesday, July 21, 2026Tuesday, November 24, 2026** Future dates for Victim Impact Panels to be determined at a later date.The Victim Impact Panel will be held at the Human Resource Building
- [Schoharie County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-schoharie/) - Schoharie County Contact: Amy Wayman Address: P.O. Box 157157 Steadman WayHowes Cave, NY 12092 Phone: 518-295-2237 Fax: (518) 295-2275 Email: waymana@co.schoharie.ny.us Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented
- [Seneca County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-seneca/) - Seneca County Contact: Karen BurcroffCindy Ryan Address: 1 DiPronio DriveWaterloo, NY 13165 Phone: 315-246-8300315-539-1755 Email: kburcroff@co.seneca.ny.uscryan@co.seneca.ny.us SENECA COUNTY Victim Impact Panel (VIP) – currently online only. Participation involves watching a couple videos, reading several articles, and answering a few questions. Defendants may complete their court-ordered VIP requirement in one of three ways:Online Option #1 – if you
- [Yates County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-yates/) - Yates County Contact: Sheriff Francis Ryan Address: 227 Main StreetPenn Yan, NY 14527 Phone: 315-536-5172 Fax: 315-536-5191 Email: Francis.Ryan@yatescountyny.gov VICTIM IMPACT PANEL – Joy E. Jensen, DID-VIP Coordinator DATE: Wednesday, September 23, 2026TIME: 7:00pm (please arrive early for Check in)PLACE: Yates County Auditorium, 417 Liberty St, Penn Yan 14527Check-in begins 45 minutes prior to the start
- [First Responder Equipment Grant Program](https://stopdwi.org/first-responder-equipment-grant-program/) - First Responder Equipment Grant Program First Responders play an important role in every single community. They are personnel with specialized training that are often seen as the backbone of emergency services. Law enforcement officers; emergency medical services workers; and members of fire, search, and rescue are seen as first responders.These brave and courageous individuals do
- [2026 L. Richard Novelli & William T. Smith Award Nominations](https://stopdwi.org/2026-l-richard-novelli-and-william-t-smith-award-nominations/) - 2026 L. Richard Novelli & William T. Smith Award Nominations This year, NYS STOP-DWI is honoring these two individuals who have had an impact on advocacy and education related to traffic safety in their communities. Below is information about the two awards and how you can nominate someone you know who aligns with these principles.
- [Online Store](https://stopdwi.org/online-store/) - Online Store Support NYS STOP-DWIWe’re excited to announce that our online store has been updated. It is designed to make it easier than ever for the public to shop and support our message of safe and sober driving.Proceeds benefit the operation of NYS-STOP DWI, including our new first responder equipment grant fund.Coming Soon… holiday season
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- [Cayuga County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-cayuga/) - Cayuga County Contact: Lloyd Hoskins, Acting Coordinator Address: 160 Genesee St.Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: 315-253-1403 Email: lhoskins@cayugacounty.gov A recent STOP-DWI event was held at a Auburn Double Days baseball game featuring our County Law Enforcement officers and a legislative official. A successful experience equated to a Win-Win,,,,,,,,,, for our folks in Blue and sending a message,,,,,,,’Don’t drink
- [Westchester County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-westchester/) - Westchester County Contact: Patricia McCarthy Tomassi Address: 112 East Post Road, Third FloorWhite Plains, NY 10601 Phone: (914) 995-4117 Fax: 914-995-3894 Email: pat5@westchestercountyny.gov Website Victim Impact Panels Click for 2026″VIP frequently asked questions”Click for “2026 VIP Information” As part of the overall ‘Pre-Prom/Graduation’ safety initiatives conducted throughout Westchester County, Arrive Alive and Save a Life Tours visited 7
- [Traveling Exhibits](https://stopdwi.org/resources-travelingexhibits/) - Traveling Exhibits * CLICK TO VIEW ALL AVAILABLE TRAVELING EXHIBITS AND SCHEDULES * The Lewis Henry Morgan Institute’s “One Second” Exhibit Series explores the stories of crash victims across New York State. These forensic-style exhibits focus on high-risk factors such as: the combination of driving and alcohol and/or drug use, excessive speed, and distractions, such as
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- [Montgomery County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-montgomery/) - Montgomery County Contact: Jeffrey R. Kaczor, CoordinatorBrenda Rava Address: County Office BuildingP.O. Box 1500Fonda, NY 12068 Phone: 518-853-4355 Fax: 518-853-8299 Email: jkaczor@montgomerycountyny.gov brava@co.montgomery.ny.us Oppenheim-Ephratah-St. Johnsville High School’s Student Wellness Day 5/7/26 Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to
- [Donate](https://stopdwi.org/donate/) - Donate Your donation to NYS STOP-DWI goes a long wayEvery day, lives are changed in an instant because of unsafe, drug or alcohol-impaired driving. Your donation helps us share critical safety information, tools, and resources with drivers, families, and communities who need it most.Even a small contribution helps us spread awareness that can prevent crashes
- [Putnam County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-putnam/) - Putnam County Contact: John OsterhoutNaura Slivinsky, Administrator Address: Putnam County Probation40 Gleneida Ave.Carmel, NY 10512 Phone: 845-808-1111 Fax: 845-808-1941 Email: john.osterhout@putnamcountyny.govnaura.slivinsky@putnamcountyny.gov Putnam County Victim Impact Panel Calendar2026 Schedule(Every other month, the third Tuesday)January 20, 2026March 24, 2026May 19, 2026July 21, 2026September 15, 2026November 17, 2026VIP Program location:Held on ZoomRegister from our website:http://preventioncouncilputnam.orgCost is $100 + service fee
- [Washington County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-washington/) - Washington County Contact: Undersheriff John Winchell Address: 399 BroadwayFort Edward, NY 12828 Phone: 518-746-2475 Fax: 518-746-2483 Email: Jwinchell@washingtoncountyny.gov Facebook Website Warren/Washington Victim Impact Panel https://www.washingtoncountyny.gov/260/Victim-Impact-Panel 9th - 12th Grade Students from Hartford Central School Participated in "Arrive Alive" “Illicit Drug Exhibit” portrays people whose lives were put in danger by someone’s choice to mix cocaine with driving.
- [Cattaraugus County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-cattaraugus/) - Cattaraugus County Contact: Lt. Jason Dry Address: 301 Court StreetLittle Valley, NY 14755 Phone: (716) 938-2975 Fax: 716-938-6420 Email: jrdry@cattco.org Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented components
- [Erie County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-erie/) - Erie County Contact: John Sullivan, CoordinatorJonathan Camacho, Assistant Coordinator Address: 45 Elm Street, Suite 233Buffalo, NY 14203 Phone: 716-858-6291716-858-8363 Fax: 716-858-8566716-858-6039 Email: john.sullivan@erie.govJonathan.Camacho@erie.gov Click here – VIP Registration Click the link above to visit the Victim Impact Panel registration portal. This portal will enable you to select a date, receive a confirmation email and add your name to
- [Educational Materials & Publications](https://stopdwi.org/free-resources/educational-materials-publications/) - Educational Materials & Publications This page has links to educational materials like PowerPoint slides, and many publications in PDF file format. STOP DWI Jeopardy (Interactive Game)Shattered Lives Booklet – Impaired Driving Tragedies through Family PerspectivesVidas Destrozadas – Tragedias por Conducir Inhabilitado | Perspectivas de las VíctimasImpaired Driving is Everyone’s Problem: Our Public Servants Tell Their
- [Ulster County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-ulster/) - Ulster County Contact: Valerie Naccarato, CoordinatorAngel Hannold, Administrator Address: 733 BroadwayKingston, NY 12401 Phone: 845-340-3200 Fax: 845-340-3449 Email: vnac@co.ulster.ny.usahan@co.ulster.ny.us Website Facebook Victim’s Impact PanelPre-registration is required – STOP DWI (845) 340-3452- All scheduled days are TuesdaysUntil further notice all VIP’s will be held at 733 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401Registration starts at 5:30 pm and the doors close
- [New York City Area](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-newyorkcityarea/) - New York City Area Contact: Kim Wiley-Schwartz, CoordinatorIvory Henderson Robb, Program Administrator Address: 59 Maiden Lane, 34th FloorNew York City, NY 10038 Phone: 212-839-4750 Email: stopdwi@dot.nyc.gov For any questions relating to offender programs in the New York City Area, please contact stopdwi@dot.nyc.gov or 212-839-4750Resource Training & Counseling Center 917-620-6791STOP DWI Asian Community Alcoholism Addiction Counseling 718-445-0111New York
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- [Printable Resources](https://stopdwi.org/free-resources/printable-resources/) - Printable Resources This page has printable resources you can print at your home, office, or with a professional printing press. If you have questions about creative ways to use these printable resources, please let us know. Postcard – Grim Reaper Postcard – One Wrong Turn Impaired Driving Flyers Shattered Lives Booklet – Impaired Driving Tragedies
- [Franklin County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-franklin/) - Franklin County Contact: Craig Collette Address: 355 West Main Street, Suite 241Malone, NY 12953 Phone: 518-483-2399 Fax: 518-481-1545 Email: craig.collette@franklincountyny.gov Facebook What a great program focused on a very difficult topic this morning at Saranac Lake High School. Thank you Marianne Angelillo for sharing with all of us. Special thanks to Principal Joshua Dann, Prevention Specialist Emily
- [Drugged Driving Content](https://stopdwi.org/free-resources/drugged-driving-content/) - Drugged Driving content This page consists of drugged driving content that can be used for social media, in presentations, or in print materials. Education Library Catalog – Office of Cannabis Management Cannabis Education Library Print Order Form Alcohol and Drug-Impaired Driving Videos Series, Postcards, and Flyers Adult Use Information – Office of Cannabis Management Cannabis
- [Warren County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-warren/) - Warren County Contact: Monica Girard Address: Warren Sheriff’s Office1400 State Route 9Lake George, NY 12845 Phone: 518-743-3597 Fax: 518-743-2519 Email: monica.girard@warrencountysheriffny.us Website Facebook Warren & Washington County STOP-DWI at Law Enforcement Night with the Adirondack Thunder Warren County STOP DWI partnered with Save A Life Tour at Hadley-Luzerne Central with Warren County Sheriff’s School Resource Officer Trottier
- [Nassau County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-nassau/) - Nassau County Contact: Joseph Cuomo, CoordinatorGuy MontiCynthia Brown Address: 1194 Prospect AveWestbury, NY 11590 Phone: 516-571-9489516-571-6808 Email: jcuomo@nassaucountyny.govgmonti2@nassaucountyny.govcbrown1@nassaucountyny.gov To register for a Victim Impact Panel run by the Nassau County Probation Department in conjunction with the Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (MADD), please call 516 571-1917 or email us at NCPBVIP@nassaucountyny.gov Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App
- [2026 Memorial Walk - Sunday April 19th](https://stopdwi.org/2026-memorial-walk/) - 2026 Memorial Walk Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 11AM An observance of gathering to raise awareness and promote victims’ rights. Participate and join others who feel deeply about sharing stories, services, and resources for victims, survivors, and loved ones. Learn More About the Memorial Walk About the Memorial Walk and National Crime Victims’ Rights WeekNational
- [Oneida County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-oneida/) - Oneida County Contact: Daniel DeLuke, Traffic Safety and STOP-DWI Coordinator Coordinator Address: 120 Base RoadOriskany, NY 13424 Phone: 315-765-2536 Fax: 315-765-2529 Email: ddeluke@oneidacountyny.gov TAKE A LOOK AT US……ONEIDA COUNTY’S STOP DWI PROGRAMOneida County STOP-DWI presentation.pptx 2026 Victim Impact Panel 2026 Victim Impact Panel Schedule (Subject to change) February 23rd April 27th June 29th August 31st October 26th December 14th 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMOneida
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- [Broome County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-broome/) - Broome County Contact: Deputy Edward Hlebica Address: 155 Lt. VanWinkle Dr.Binghamton, NY 13905 Phone: Fax: 607-778-1186 607-778-1150 Email: edward.hlebica@broomecountyny.gov Twitter Website Facebook Broome County Victim Impact Panel http://gobroomecounty.com/bcstopdwi/actvictimimp VIP’s are held at the Broome County Sheriff’s Office located at:155 Lt. VanWinkle DriveBinghamton, NY 13905 Doors open at 6:30pm for check-in. Sessions begin promptly at 7:00pm- Please arrive on time.
- [Madison County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-madison/) - Madison County Contact: Sgt. Matthew White, CoordinatorGary Bulinski, Assistant Address: P.O. Box 16138 North Court Street, Bldg. #7Wampsville, NY 13163 Phone: 315-366-2318 Fax: 315-366-2286 Email: matthew.white@madisoncounty.ny.govinfo@tsrllc.com Website Facebook Twitter 2026 Victim Impact Panel Schedule (All Meeting Dates are Subject to Change)Monday, February 2Tuesday, April 7Tuesday, June 9Monday, August 3Tuesday, October 6Wednesday, December 2 The Victim Impact Panel presentation is
- [St Lawrence County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-stlawrence/) - St Lawrence County Contact: Larecus Dobbs Address: 48 Court StreetCanton, NY 13617 Phone: 315-386-2207 Fax: 315-386-2435 Email: LDobbs@stlawco.gov Victim Impact Program (VIP), St. Lawrence County offers the following:Motorists can take the opportunity to view VIP-type DVD(s) in our office (Canton, NY) in which we have created questions to answer. It takes roughly 45 minutes to watch the
- [Wayne County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-wayne/) - Wayne County Contact: Sheriff Robert Milby Address: 7376 Route 31, Suite 1000Lyons, NY 14489 Phone: 315-946-5799 Fax: 315-946-5811 Email: rmilby@waynecountyny.gov Facebook Website Wayne County Sheriff’s Office7376 Route 31, Suite 1000Lyons, New York 14489Phone 315.946.5799Fax 315.946.5811 Wayne County STOP DWI2026 Victim’s Impact Panel Schedule Attendee ___________________________________ Phone Number ___________________
- [Columbia County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-columbia/) - Columbia County Contact: John M. Gallo Address: 401 State StreetHudson, NY 12534 Phone: 518-828-0052 Fax: 518-828-7213 Email: stopdwi@columbiacountyny.com Facebook Webpage Instagram VICTIM IMPACT PANEL:Held at Columbia Greene Community College located at: 4400 NY-23Hudson, NY 12534Professional Academic Center (PAC) ROOM 706 Please park in A & B parking Lot. (Campus maps can be found below)During inclement weather please check https://www.columbiagreene.edu or local
- [Orange County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-orange/) - Orange County Contact: Robert L Doss, CoordinatorJohn Jones, AdministratorLauren Savino, Educator Address: Orange County Emergency Services Center – STOP DWI & Traffic Safety22 Wells Farm RoadGoshen, NY 10924 Phone: 845-615-0565845-615-0575 Email: rdoss@orangecountygov.comjjones@orangecountygov.comlsavino@orangecounty.gov.com ORANGE COUNTY VICTIM IMPACT PANEL – SCHEDULE The Victim Impact Panel meets on the third Thursday of each month and is held at theOrange County
- [Saratoga County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-saratoga/) - Saratoga County Contact: Captain Dan Morley, Coordinator Address: 6012 County Farm RoadBallston Spa, NY 12020 Phone: 518-885-6761 ext. 2403 Email: dmorley@saratogacountyny.gov Saratoga County Victim Impact PanelVictim Impact Panels are held at the Paul E. Lent Public Safety Facility located at 6012 County Farm Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020, at 6:00 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every
- [Livingston County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-livingston/) - Livingston County Contact: Sheriff Thomas Dougherty Address: 4 Court StreetGeneseo, NY 14454 Phone: 585-243-7120 Email: thomasdougherty@livingstoncountyny.gov Website Facebook Twitter Livingston County Has New Drug Recognition Expert On June 19, 2018, several members of the Sheriff’s Office traveled to Batavia, NY to attend the graduation of Deputy Matthew Thomas from Drug Recognition Expert school.Deputy Thomas spent the last
- [Events & Trainings](https://stopdwi.org/eventstrainings/) - Events and Trainings Jump to DCJS & GTSC for SFST/ARIDE/DRE Jump to HIGH VISIBILITY CAMPAIGNS Jump to TRAINING DETAILS *** REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL LIVE AND WEBINAR TRAININGS*** The NY State STOP-DWI Foundation, Inc., through funding from the NYS Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee is pleased to sponsor regional trainings to benefit local STOP-DWI efforts
- [Niagara County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-niagara/) - Niagara County Contact: Captain Daniel Zimmerman Address: 5526 Niagara St. Ext., POB 496Lockport, NY 14094 Phone: 716-438-3331 Fax: 716-438-3357 Email: Daniel.Zimmerman@niagaracounty.com Website Facebook Twitter Follow Niagara County STOP-DWI on Instagram: NiagaraSheriff Niagara County Victim Impact Panel*** Any questions can be directed to Christine.Savoia@niagaracounty.govThe Panel known as Niagara County’s Theodore A. Brenner Victim Impact Panel, is in memory
- [Dutchess County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-dutchess/) - Dutchess County Contact: William Johnson Address: 626 Dutchess TurnpikePoughkeepsie, NY 12603 Phone: 845-486-3648 Fax: 845-486-3612 Email: stopdwi@dutchessny.gov 2026 VIP CalendarCouncil on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County (CAPE)Spanish 5pm-6pm (Registration 4:30pm) English 5pm-7pm (Registration 4:30pm)January 8th, February 5th, March 5th, April 2nd, May 7th, June 4th, July 2nd, August 6th, September 3rd, October 1st, November 5th,
- [Albany County](https://stopdwi.org/albany-county-initiative/) - Albany County Contact: Sheriff Craig D. Apple, Sr., CoordinatorSgt. Matt Nash, Administrator Address: 58 Verda Avenue P.O. Box A Clarksville, NY 12041 Phone: 518-655-7993 Email: matthew.nash@albanycountyny.gov Facebook Albany County Victim Impact Panel All Panels are held on a Tuesday:January 27, 2026March 24, 2026April 14, 2026June 23, 2026July 21, 2026September 22, 2026November 17, 2026All Panels will
- [Genesee County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-genesee/) - Genesee County Contact: Tammi Ferringer Address: 7 Main StreetBatavia, NY 14020 Phone: 585-344-2550 ext. 2200 Email: Tammi.Ferringer@geneseeny.gov Facebook Website Twitter Instagram Genesee County VIP Registration Form for questions contact U Connect Care Victim Impact Panel at (585) 343-1124 "In One Second Everything Can Change" Traveling exhibit display at Genesee Community College Recognition banquet favors specially designed by Genesee
- [Contact](https://stopdwi.org/contact/) - Contact Us If your inquiry is related to a case or conviction, please visit County Locator – STOP-DWI (stopdwi.org) for contact information in that county.If you are searching for a program to attend, locate the county under the County Locator Tab and contact them directly. Each of our 62 New York Counties has an active
- [Rockland County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-rockland/) - Rockland County Contact: Albert Del Principio, Ed.D. Address: 35 Firemen’s Memorial DrivePomona, NY 10970 Phone: 845-364-8525 Fax: 845-364-8961 Email: DelprinA@co.rockland.ny.us Website Facebook ROCKLAND COUNTY VICTIM IMPACT PANEL 2026 SCHEDULEThe Victim Impact Panel (English VIP) meets on the second Tuesday of each month and is held in the auditorium at the Rockland County Fire Training Center located at
- [Schenectady County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-schenectady/) - Schenectady County Contact: Sgt. Robert DeCarlo, CoordinatorThomas Delaney, Program Administrator Address: 130 Princetown PlazaPrincetown, NY 12306 Phone: 518-388-4200 Ext. 5112 Email: robert.j.decarlo@schenectadycountyny.govthomas.delaney@schenectadycounty.com Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other
- [Videos](https://stopdwi.org/free-resources/videos/) - Videos This page has links to our Vimeo and YouTube channels, STOP-DWI commercials, public service announcements, as well as New York State STOP-DWI Film Summaries. Our films and videos range from 15 seconds up to 30 minutes in length. YouTube Vimeo ↑ Jump to top ← Go back to Resources Download our Mobile App Now
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- [Chenango County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-chenango/) - Chenango County Contact: Sheri Howe Address: 5 Court StreetNorwich, NY 13815 Phone: 607-337-1430 Email: showe@chenangocountyny.gov Victim Impact Panel – sponsored by Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego & Schoharie CountiesTime: 7 pm – 9 pm, registration starts at 6:15, doors close at 7 pmReservations: 607-432-0061 ext. 126Fee: $30 cash or money order only Download our Mobile App Now Have
- [Rensselaer County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-rensselaer/) - Rensselaer County Contact: Jay Martyn Address: 99 Troy RoadEast Greenbush, NY 12061 Phone: 518-270-2900 Fax: 518-270-2961 Email: JMartyn@renscony.gov Rensselaer County has acquired a new van to support county STOP-DWI efforts. The van will be used to transport a simulator that can be used for education efforts at schools and community events. County Executive Steve McLaughlin
- [Greene County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-greene/) - Greene County Contact: Sheriff Peter KusminskyCaptain Joel Rowell Address: 45 Haverly Memorial DriveCoxsacki, NY 12051 Phone: 518-943-3300 Fax: 518-731-2520 Email: pkusminsky@greenesheriffny.govjrowell@greenesheriffny.gov Website Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented components of self-sufficiency, but none to the
- [Herkimer County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-herkimer/) - Herkimer County Contact: John Lynch Address: 320 N. Main St., Suite 3500Herkimer, NY 13350 Phone: 315-867-1198 Fax: 315-867-1297 Email: jlynch@herkimercountyny.gov STUDENTS AT DOLGEVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DESIGNED THIS AWARENESS DISPLAY On March 23 we had our 8 annual breakfast honoring those Officers nominated by their agency for their efforts with the DWI enforcement. Each Officer nominated received an
- [PUBLIC INFORMATION AND EDUCATION SURVEY OF COUNTY STOP-DWI PROGRAMS STATEWIDE 2025](https://stopdwi.org/coordinator-survey-mid-year-meeting-2025/) - We are asking Coordinators to fill out the below survey. This information will be used as we develop programming that’ll best serve the majority of coordinators, with the common goal of using public information and education to prevent impaired driving. Please complete and submit this survey by FRIDAY, MAY 1st so we may compile for
- [Lewis County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-lewis/) - Lewis County Contact: Matthew Morrow Address: 7660 North State Street Room 217Lowville, NY 13367 Phone: (315) 376-5358c (315)376-1673 Email: mattmorrow@lewiscounty.ny.gov For information regarding the Lewis County Victim Impact Panel please contact Matthew Morrow (315-376-5358) Rolling STOP-DWI Billboards in Lewis County provide a constant reminder to “Have a Plan” for a safe and sober ride. During Copenhagen Central
- [Ontario County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-ontario/) - Ontario County Contact: Kate Ott, CoordinatorMolly McNear, STOP-DWI Specialist Address: 3019 County Complex DriveCanandaigua, NY 14424 Phone: 585-396-4343585-396-4114 Fax: 585-396-4551 Email: Kate.Ott@ontariocountyny.govMolly.McNear@ontariocountyny.gov ONTARIO COUNTY HONORS DWI VICTIMS AT SOBRIETY CHECKPOINTS ONTARIO COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES PARTNERS WITH STOP-DWI During the month of August the Ontario County Department of Motor Vehicles partnered with STOP-DWI to spread the
- [Oswego County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-oswego/) - Oswego County Contact: David Hall Address: 39 Churchill RoadOswego, NY 13126 Phone: 315-326-6203 Email: David.Hall@OswegoCounty.com Website Facebook Twitter Visit Us on Instagram: oswegostopdwi The Oswego County STOP-DWI Program actively provides public information and education at various community events and schools across the county. Our activities include use of Fatal Vision impairment goggles with activity mats and pedal
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- [Suffolk County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-suffolk/) - Suffolk County Contact: Caroline Flynn Address: 100 East AvenueYaphank, NY 11980 Phone: 631-852-5165 Fax: 631-852-5301631-852-5102 Email: caroline.flynn@suffolkcountyny.gov Suffolk County takes driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs seriously.Both the Suffolk County Police Department and Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office have officers who focus only on keeping them safe. Around holidays like St. Patrick’s Day and
- [Partner Agencies and Programs](https://stopdwi.org/partner-agencies-and-programs/) - Explore our Partner Agencies and Programs Learn about our partner agencies and programs. Some are New York State organizations, while others have a national footprint. Visit their pages (clicking on a link will launch a new browser tab). Featured Partner AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety is a not-for-profit, publicly
- [Wyoming County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-wyoming/) - Wyoming County Contact: Sheriff David Linder Address: 151 North Main StreetWarsaw, NY 14569 Phone: 585-786-8989 Fax: 585-786-8961 Email: dlinder@wyomingcountyny.gov Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented components of
- [Sullivan County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-sullivan/) - Sullivan County Contact: Michael A. SchiffNadine Bury Address: 58 Old Route 17Monticello, NY 12701 Phone: 845-807-0757 Email: michael.schiff@sullivanny.govnadine.bury@sullivanny.gov 2022 Sullivan County Victim Impact Panels:January 18thMarch 15thMay 17thJuly 19thSeptember 20thNovember 15thBi-monthly meetings of the Victim Impact Panel will continue to be held on the third Tuesday of the month in the Legislative Hearing Room at the Sullivan County
- [Otsego County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-otsego/) - Otsego County Contact: Sheriff Richard J. Devlin Jr., CoordinatorRichard J. Devlin Sr., Coordinator Assistant Address: 172 County Highway 33WCooperstown, NY 13326 Phone: 607-547-4274 Fax: 607-547-6413 Email: devlinr@otsegocountyny.govrichdev-retpd@hotmail.com Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired
- [Allegany County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-allegany/) - Allegany County Contact: Scott Grantier, CoordinatorJessica K. McKnight, Law Enforcement & Community Outreach Liaison Christopher Muhleisen, Victim Impact Panel Address: 7 Court Street, Room 32Belmont, NY 14813 Phone: 585-268-9747 Fax: 585-268-9486 Email: Scott.Grantier@alleganyco.govJessica.McKnight@alleganyco.govChris.Muhleisen@alleganyco.gov Website Upcoming VICTIM IMPACT PANELS:May 23, 2023 August 22, 2023 November 11,2023 February 27,2024 Click here for more information on Allegany's
- [Onondaga County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-onondaga/) - Onondaga County Contact: Barry Weiss Address: 505 South State St.Syracuse, NY 13202 Phone: 315-435-3916 Ext 4368 Fax: 315-435-3912 Email: BarryWeiss@ongov.net Camillus Police Departments Third Annual Community Social. Traffic Safety and DWI Education table with educational tools on display to include alcohol simulation goggles, cannabis simulation goggles, a pedal cart course and cannabis maze. Camillus Police Department Community Social
- [Cortland County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-cortland/) - Cortland County Contact: Sheriff Mark Helms Address: 54 Greenbush StCortland, NY 13045 Phone: 607-758-5599 Fax: 607-753-6649 Email: mhelms@cortlandcountyny.gov Cortland County STOP-DWI STOP-DWI trailer used to transport the new driving simulator and other equipment used during STOP-DWI presentations and trainings. The STOP-DWI Trailer made a stop at the Homer Driver's Education Class - educational fun was had! CHRIS'
- [Share Your Victim Impact Story](https://stopdwi.org/share-your-victim-impact-story/) - Share Your Victim impact Story View Impaired Driving Memorials & Stories What Is a Victim Impact Story?People from all ages, family members, friends, and people in the community have, in one way or another, been impacted by impaired driving crashes. In every case, lives will never remain the same. However, many of us are left
- [Social Media Resources](https://stopdwi.org/free-resources/social-media-resources/) - Social Media Resources This page consists of social media imagery content-rich imagery that can be posted on Facebook, Instagram, and other social networks. Many of the resources include suggestions for captions when posting. Victim Impact Stories Social Media Kit and Social Media Images Victim Impact Story Postcards Alcohol Impaired Driving Allergy Season As Many As
- [Free Resources](https://stopdwi.org/free-resources/) - Resources This page provides FREE materials that can be utilized by individuals, schools, agencies and community groups in order to help you better understand the STOP-DWI Program and our mission to prevent the unnecessary and tragic injuries and fatalities that result from this crime.All information can be downloaded and/or copied. Please also visit the many
- [Victims Memorials](https://stopdwi.org/memorial-page/) - Victims Memorials and impact Stories Our victim memorials pages are dedicated to the victims of impaired driving crashes. See the sections below to read about the victims or hear real victim impact stories from friends, family, and community members.Do you have a Victim Impact Story you would like to share with us? When you do,
- [Jefferson County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-jefferson/) - Jefferson County Contact: Jason Widrick Address: 175 Arsenal Street, 5th FloorWatertown, NY 13601 Phone: 315-786-7468 Email: jwidrick@jeffersoncountyny.gov Website Jefferson County Victim Impact Panel.Saturday, March 14, 2020– starting at 8:30am at the Watertown Urban Mission, 247 Factory Street, Watertown, NY.Saturday, June 27, 2020– starting at 8:30am at the Watertown Urban Mission, 247 Factory Street, Watertown, NY.Saturday, November 21,
- [Schuyler County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-schuyler/) - Schuyler County Contact: Lt. Craig Bianco Address: 106 Tenth StreetWatkins Glen, NY 14891 Phone: 607-535-8222 Fax: 607-535-8216 Email: cbianco@co.schuyler.ny.us Schuyler County does not host its own Victim Impact Panels. Please see Chemung County for details about attending a victim impact panel. Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​
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- ["Have a Plan" Mobile App Privacy Policy](https://stopdwi.org/have-a-plan-mobile-app-privacy-policy/) - New York State STOP-DWI Foundation Privacy Policy Effective Date: July 22, 2014 Your privacy is important to the New York State STOP-DWI Foundation (“Foundation”, “we”, or “us”), and we are committed to protecting the privacy of your information. This Privacy Policy describes the type of information we may collect or that you may provide when
- [Meet Biff the Dog](https://stopdwi.org/meet-biff-the-dog/) - Meet Biff the Dog Meet BiFF! He is the NYS STOP-DWI fuzzy, friendly mascot. Wherever he goes, he spreads cheer. He also serves as a nice reminder to “Have a Plan” and make responsible choices when it comes to driving sober.Join BiFF on his adventures throughout New York State. If you see BiFF in your
- [Rally For Change - Tee Shirt and Bus Payment](https://stopdwi.org/rally-for-change-tee-shirt-and-bus-payment/) - Once you have completed the form to order tee shirts or sign up for a ride to the rally on the bus, YOU MUST visit the links below to complete your registration and/or order. VENMO for Tee Shirt Order - Rally for Change @DeadlyDrivingNY PayPal for Tee Shirt Order - info@TwoBrothersPrinting.com Redirect to Bus Information
- [Deadly Driving Rally Bus Information](https://stopdwi.org/deadly-driving-rally-bus-information/) - NEED A BUS?From NORTHERN NYFrom WESTERN NYFrom LONG ISLANDDeadline to register: Western Bus December 31st; Long Island & Northern NY Bus December 21st Western NY Bus: register and pay hereRound trip fare – 55 riders: $69.10 each; 45 riders: $84.45Departure Time: 5:30 a.m. Return: 2 p.m.Pickup location: Transit Road Thruway Park & Ride – 6650
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- [Chautauqua County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-chautauqua/) - Chautauqua County Contact: Shr. James B. Quattrone Address: 15 E. Chautauqua StreetMayville, NY 14757 Phone: 716-753-4900 Fax: 716-753-9511 Email: quattrone@sheriff.us Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented components
- [Monroe County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-monroe/) - Monroe County Contact: Lindsay Tomidy Address: 50 W. Main St., Suite 4111Rochester, NY 14614 Phone: 585-753-3017 Email: lindsaytomidy@monroecounty.gov Website Questions regarding Monroe County VIP dates call 585 753-3011 Monroe County Executive Cheryl Dinolfo & Monroe County STOP-DWI Coordinator Peggy Duffy started the game with dropping the puck together. Awareness items were given out at the game and
- [Clinton County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-clinton/) - Clinton County Contact: Russell Haag Address: 25 McCarthy DrivePlattsburgh, NY 12901 Phone: 518-565-4824 Fax 518-565-4923 Email: Russell.Haag@clintoncountyny.gov website 2023 Victim's Impact Schedule Wednesday, January 25thWednesday, March 22ndWednesday, May 24thWednesday, July 26thWednesday, September 27thWednesday, November 15thAll scheduled panels will be held from 6:00 p.m. to approximately 8:30 p.m. at Clinton County Mental Health and Addiction Services, 130 Arizona
- [2023 STOP-DWI CONFERENCE - for press release](https://stopdwi.org/2023-stop-dwi-conference-for-press-release/) - STOP-DWI CONFERENCE Delta Hotels Marriott UticaOctober 19-20, 2023 STOP-DWI New York hosted a 2-day conference with Impaired Driving professionals from local, state, federal and private agencies. This event brought together partnering agencies to provide participants with the latest information and statistical data related to impaired traffic crashes.View the press release and photos from the event
- [2023 STOP-DWI CONFERENCE - Follow-up](https://stopdwi.org/2023-stop-dwi-conference-followup/) - STOP-DWI CONFERENCE Delta Hotels Marriott UticaOctober 19-20, 2023 STOP-DWI New York hosted a 2-day conference with Impaired Driving professionals from local, state, federal and private agencies. This event brought together partnering agencies to provide participants with the latest information and statistical data related to impaired traffic crashes.View the press release and photos from the event
- [Conference Registration Payment](https://stopdwi.org/free-resources/conference-registration-payment/) - Conference Registration Payment Thank you for completing the 2023 STOP-DWI Conference Pre-Registration Form. To complete your registration, you have two options. You can either pay by check, OR pay electronically by PayPal. See the details below. Pay by check instructions:Please email purchase order to hutton.sheryl@yahoo.com upon registration.Make your checks payable to NYS STOP-DWI FOUNDATION.Mail to:Sheryl
- [2023 STOP-DWI CONFERENCE](https://stopdwi.org/2023-stop-dwi-conference/) - STOP-DWI CONFERENCE Delta Hotels Marriott Utica200 Genesee StreetUtica, NY 13501315-797-8010October 19-20, 2023 STOP-DWI New York is hosting a 2-day conference with Impaired Driving professionals from local, state, federal and private agencies. This event is proposed to bring together partnering agencies in an effort to provide participants with the latest information and statistical data related to
- [Hamilton County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-hamilton/) - Hamilton County Contact: Sheriff Karl Abrams Address: 102 County View Drive, PO Box 210Lake Pleasant, NY 12108 Phone: 518-548-3113 Email: sheriff@hamiltoncountyny.gov Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented
- [Printable Resources](https://stopdwi.org/printable-resources/) - Printable Resources Printable Coasters, Banners and Postcards! Postcard – jpg Postcard – jpg Coaster – jpg, ai Banner – jpg, psd, ai Postcard – jpg, ai Postcard – jpg, ai Postcard – jpg, ai Postcard – jpg, ai "Shattered Lives" A publication dedicated to the victims of drunk and drugged driving crashes. English Version Spanish Version BrochuresPlease browse through our brochures. Feel free to View, Print or Download
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- [OUR FOUNDATION](https://stopdwi.org/our-foundation/) - OUR FOUNDATION The New York State STOP-DWI Foundation, Inc. is formed to interact with federal, state and local governments and the communities thereof. This interaction facilitates the exchange of ideas and the creation, development and administration of new and innovative approaches for dealing with the drinking and/or drug-impaired driver. Our Foundation has been designated a
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- ["The History of NYS STOP-DWI"](https://stopdwi.org/the-history-of-nys-stop-dwi/) - "The History of STOP-DWI NY" The NYS STOP-DWI Program is funded exclusively by fines collected from drunk and/or drugged driving convictions. It was the first program of its kind in the nation, and since it was enacted, has served as a model for similar programs across the country.The program empowers localities to enact creative and
- [Tioga County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-tioga/) - Tioga County Contact: Undersheriff Rich Hallett Address: PS Building, 103 Corporate DriveOwego, NY 13827 Phone: 607-687-1010 Fax: 607-687-6755 Email: HallettR@tiogacountyny.gov Our Victim Impact Panel is held once a month during the months of January, May, September and November. For questions relating to the VIP call 607-687-0871. Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile
- [Have A Plan Mobile App](https://stopdwi.org/mobileapp/) - Have A Plan Mobile App Download our “Have a Plan” Mobile App The New York State Governors Traffic Safety Committee and the NYS STOP-DWI Foundation are proud to release our Have A Plan mobile app. This app provides you with a timely and convenient resource that enables you to locate and call a taxi service,
- [Consequences & Costs](https://stopdwi.org/resources-consequences-cost/) - The Consequences New York Laws Statutes which prohibit Driving While Intoxicated are contained in Article 31 of New York’s Vehicle & Traffic Law. Various sections within Article 31, beginning with section 1192, describe the offenses, sanctions, and procedures related to a violation.In addition to Article 31, New York Penal Law Section 125 describes crimes and
- [For Servers](https://stopdwi.org/resources-servers/) - For Servers TIPS® (Training for Intervention ProcedureS)TiPS is the global leader in education and training for the responsible service, sale, and consumption of alcohol. Proven effective by third-party studies, TIPS is a skills-based training program that is designed to prevent intoxication, underage drinking, and drunk driving.Training your staff in responsible alcohol sales and service protects your servers,
- [Essex County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-essex/) - Essex County Contact: Dan Sadowski, CoordinatorBrandy Olcott, Administrator Address: 7551 Court St.P.O. Box 217Elizabethtown, NY 12932 Phone: 518-873-3630 Fax: 518-873-3633 Email: daniel.sadowski@essexcountyny.govBrandy.Olcott@essexcountyny.gov Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented components of self-sufficiency, but none to the
- [Fulton County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-fulton/) - Fulton County Contact: James P. Riley, CoordinatorCate Weaver, Administrator Address: 223 West Main St.Johnstown, NY 12095 Phone: 518-736-5511 Fax: 518-762-2042 Email: jriley@fultoncountyny.govcweaver@fultoncountyny.gov Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented components of self-sufficiency, but none to the
- [News](https://stopdwi.org/news/) - News Browse and click to read stories below related to “Special Traffic Options Program for Driving While Impaired” (STOP-DWI). October 2025 Event to Bring Together Leaders for Highway Safety Across New York August 27, 2025 No Comments October 2025 Event to Bring Together Leaders for Highway Safety Across New York Get ready to be part
- [Orleans County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-orleans/) - Orleans County Contact: Sheriff Christopher Bourke Address: 13925 Rte. 31, Suite 400Albion, NY 14411 Phone: 585-590-4142 Fax: 585-590-4178 Email: Christopher.Bourke@orleanscountyny.gov Facebook Twitter Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have
- [Ignition Interlock](https://stopdwi.org/ignitioninterlock/) - Ignition Interlock The average drunk driver has driven impaired by alcohol and/or drugs 80 times before a first arrest, and on any given day, your family shares the roadways with more than 2 million impaired drivers who have had three or more prior convictions.While suspending the license of these individuals makes sense, in reality, three
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- [Video Channels](https://stopdwi.org/videos/) - Video Channels Visit our Video Channels to view all of our STOP-DWI videos, Public Service Announcements and commercials. The New York State STOP-DWI Foundation, with a grant through the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee funded through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has created Public Service Announcements and films including Videos, TV and radio spots. All files are full
- [Have A Plan Flowchart Quiz](https://stopdwi.org/have-plan-flowchart-quiz/) - Have A Plan Flowchart Quiz Click here for a printable version Click here to see the full high-resolution version. Quick Menu Protecting New Yorkers from Drugged Driving Consequences & Costs Driving High Drug Impaired Driving Good Host Checklist Have A Plan Flowchart Quiz Have A Plan Mobile App Partner Agencies and Programs Printable Resources Tools and
- [Good Host Checklist](https://stopdwi.org/good-host-checklist/) - Good Host Checklist When you throw a party, you want your guests to enjoy themselves and return home safely, without endangering themselves or others. You certainly don’t want anything unpleasant to happen to anyone while they are in your home, on your property or at an event you have organized. A little advance planning and
- [Protecting New Yorkers from Drugged Driving](https://stopdwi.org/protecting-new-yorkers-from-drugged-driving/) - Protecting New Yorkers from Drugged Driving (S8913/A9554) May 13, 2022 Presentation Maureen McCormick, Esq., Special Assistant District AttorneySuffolk County DA’s OfficeCo-Chair DAASNY Vehicular Crimes SubcommitteeMaureen McCormick bioPresentation by Maureen McCormick Kristen Burke, MBANHTSA Region 9 Toxicology LiaisonKristen Burke bioPresentation by Kristen Burke S8913/A9554 BillBill with support memoSponsors Memo Coalition Support Letter to Speaker HeastieLetter to Senator
- [Amy Stock](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/amy-stock/) - Amy Stock When we went to bed on Saturday night, July 18 at 11pm we were the parents of seven happy, healthy and successful children. Little did we know just how our lives were about to change. On July 19, 2015 at 6am we were awakened by the ringing telephone, “Is this Mary Ann Stock?
- [Administrative Training Videos and Information](https://stopdwi.org/administrative-training-videos-and-information/) - Administrative Videos & Information Adding a PDF: https://www.awesomescreenshot.com/video/7302070?key=130f860d3c167bd165dd46abd20bcddcAnchor Link Creation: http://ln7.be0.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Anchor-Link-Creation-Google-Docs.pdfLimiting the number of submissions on a form: http://ln7.be0.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Limit-Form-Submissions-Google-Docs.pdfNetwork Solutions: http://ln7.be0.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Network-Solutions-info_1.pdfManaging Menus: http://ln7.be0.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Menus-Google-Docs.pdfPopular Links Menu: https://www.awesomescreenshot.com/video/7605386?key=d81e2ae86ad170c1b35749820126d5a1 Adding Quick Menu: Adding Quick Menu to Page.mp4 – Google Drive
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- [Articles, Publications and Memos of Interest](https://stopdwi.org/portal-articles/) - Articles, Publications and Memos of Interest Click here to view the Probation PowerPoint presented to the Drinking Driver Programs on Ignition Interlock on May 9, 2013.Click here to review an article published in The Week (November 8, 2013) relating to Texting and Driving.Click here for the M-Memo on the A2 IID restriction that DMV imposes on the problem
- [Foundation - For Coordinators](https://stopdwi.org/foundation-coordinators/) - Foundation - For Coordinators 2016-17 Grant Reports:Click here for Crackdown Progress Report (Filed April 15, 2017) click each for attachments – DRE Activity; Halloween; Thanksgiving; Holiday; Super Bowl;Click here for DRE Progress Report (Filed April 15, 2017)Click here for Outreach & Training Progress Report (Filed April 15, 2017)Click here for Crackdown Final Report (Filed October 15, 2017) Click each for attachments – DRE Activity; St. Pat’s;
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- [New York’s Program](https://stopdwi.org/about-newyork/) - New York’s Program Mission Reduce the number of persons killed or injured in alcohol and other drug-related traffic crashesTo promote DWI prevention as a public priorityCoordinate local efforts in Law Enforcement, Prosecution, Probation, Rehabilitation, Public Information, Education, and Administration. Overview STOP-DWI stands for “Special Traffic Options Program for Driving While Impaired”.The STOP-DWI Program was created
- [Albany County](https://stopdwi.org/county-albany-right/) - Albany County Contact: Kerry Thompson, AdministratorDenis Foley, Coordinator Address: Albany Cnty. Courthouse16 Eagle St.Albany, NY 12207 Phone: 518-720-8010 Fax: 518-720-8009 Email: kthompson@albanycounty.com dfoley@albanycounty.com Facebook Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other
- [Albany County](https://stopdwi.org/county-albany-left/) - Albany County Contact: Kerry Thompson, AdministratorDenis Foley, Coordinator Address: Albany Cnty. Courthouse16 Eagle St.Albany, NY 12207 Phone: 518-720-8010 Fax: 518-720-8009 Email: kthompson@albanycounty.com dfoley@albanycounty.com Facebook Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States
- [Video Sample page](https://stopdwi.org/video-sample-page-for-review/) - Video Sample page Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented components of self-sufficiency, but none to the degree of New York State.
- [2018 STOP-DWI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS](https://stopdwi.org/2018-stop-dwi-association-board-of-directors/) - 2018 STOP-DWI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Colleen Grebleski,Chemung County STOP-DWI CoordinatorSTOP-DWI Association Central RegionCGrebleski@co.chemung.ny.us607-737-2060 Christopher MistronNassau County STOP-DWI CoordinatorSTOP-DWI Association Metro RegionCMistron@nassaucountyny.gov516-571-7021 Sheriff Barry Virts,Wayne County STOP-DWI CoordinatorSTOP-DWI Association Western RegionBVirts@co.wayne.ny.us315-946-5799 Sheryl Hutton,Lewis County STOP-DWI CoordinatorSTOP-DWI Association North County Regionsherylhutton@lewiscounty.ny.gov315-723-1189 William Johnson,Dutchess County STOP-DWI CoordinatorSTOP-DWI Association Mid-Hudson Regionwjohnson@dutchessny.gov845-486-3648 OPENSTOP-DWI Association Hudson-Mohawk Region STOP-DWI ASSOCIATION PARTNERS
- [Training page pulled from cache in June](https://stopdwi.org/trainingpagepulledfromcache/) - Training page pulled from cache in June The NY State STOP-DWI Foundation, Inc., through funding from the NYS Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee is pleased to sponsor regional trainings to benefit local STOP-DWI efforts in New York State. These seminars are free of charge and are designed help police, prosecution, education, prevention, probation and treatment professionals
- [Coordinators Manual](https://stopdwi.org/portal-manual/) - portal-manual The Coordinators Manual (known to many as the ‘big white notebook’)We have scanned the manual for your use. Keep checking back as we plan to add useful links to help keep our manual up to date. Each of the below links is a scan of that section of the manual. Advertising TipsAlcohol Server TrainingAnnual
- [County Locator](https://stopdwi.org/county-initiatives/) - Locate Your County The New York State STOP-DWI Program is available in all counties and provides local programs to meet the goals of reducing alcohol/drug-related driving injuries and fatalities. These include education for school and community groups, support for victims, training for professionals, videos, tools and resources. For information regarding the programs in your area
- [Victims Memorials](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/) - Victims Memorials ~ OUR MEMORIAL PAGES ARE DEDICATED TO THE VICTIMS OF IMPAIRED DRIVING CRASHES ~ JUDY KELEMEN MATTHEW MESSINA FRANCES PALLOZZI AMY STOCK BARBARA, KAREN & MIKE DIKANT ELIZABETH ANDERSEN PAUL GRAMMATICO SAMANTHA LYNN REYNOLDS DONNA CURLEY HENRY RIVERA WENDY PETERS Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now
- [Donna Curley](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/donna-curley/) - Donna Curley Donna Curley was beautiful and smart – someone everyone admired. Donna was the type of person everyone wanted to be friends with – her smile would light up any room. At age 22 – she had everything going for her- a family that deeply loved her, many great friends, a long-time boyfriend and
- [Wendy Peters - My Choice](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/wendy-peters-my-choice/) - Wendy Peters - My Choice My ChoiceMy name is Wendy Peters and on November 6, 1997 I made the choice to get into the car with a friend who had been drinking.I have no memory of the night of the crash or the first 30 days in the hospital. I was told that my friend
- [Henry A. Rivera](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/henry-rivera/) - Henry A. Rivera It was an emotional night at a Wegmans store in Irondequoit Sunday. The store at Hudson and Titus hosted a vigil for two coworkers who recently died in a car crash.Pedro Hernandez, 20, and Henry Rivera, 18, were not only colleagues at Wegmans, they were also students. Hernandez attended MCC, while Rivera
- [Judy Kelemen](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/judy-kelemen/) - Judy Kelemen Judy was an instructor at SUNY Cortland in the department of Speech and Audiology. Her enthusiasm and love of teaching was unbounded. She was thoughtful, dedicated and concerned.Judy and her husband Charles (an instructor at Ithaca College) were returning from a meeting at Ithaca, driving separate cars because of their schedules. It was
- [Samantha Lynn Reynolds](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/samantha-lynn-reynolds/) - Samantha Lynn Reynolds By: Tracy Reynolds My daughter, Samantha Lynn Reynolds, was 14 years old when her life was taken by a drunk driver. She had spunk and sass, and was eager for the future in high school. She attended Soule Road Middle School in Liverpool, NY and participated in many sports. She was a very athletic
- [Paul Philip Grammatico](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/paul-philip-grammatico/) - Paul Philip Grammatico The scourge of losing my 26 year old son Paul Philip Grammatico to a drunk driver leaves scars ~and I chew on my thorns in the stunning reality of Paul’s death each day. My title of MADD Mother was impaled on me and it breaks my heart. Paul was my past, my
- [Elizabeth Andersen](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/elizabeth-andersen/) - Elizabeth Andersen It was Easter Sunday March 31, 1991. Our beautiful daughter Elizabeth J. Andersen died two days before her eighteenth birthday of injuries sustained in a car crash March 28th, 1991.The DRUNK DRIVER that caused a head on collision had been drinking and partying all day in his red pickup truck. A vehicle that
- [Barbara, Karen & Mike Dikant](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/barbara-karen-mike-dikant/) - Barbara, Karen & Mike Dikant It was a crisp December night, four days after Christmas, 1977. You are a police officer on a normal patrol. The pavement is dry; just a few stars twinkle above. Then the radio in your car crackles, “Auto accident, Route SB9J Northbound.” Unit 8720, another car, responds.You and your partner
- [Frances Pallozzi](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/frances-pallozzi/) - Frances Pallozzi by Catherine M. Pallozzi, daughter of Frances Pallozzi, killed by a drugged driver“Drugged Driving” was a term I had not heard until that date. Mom and her friends were preparing for a 5K walk with the Volksporters walking group outside a church. They were killed by Luann Burgess, who had taken a cocktail
- [Matthew Messina](https://stopdwi.org/victim-memorial/matt-messina/) - Matthew Messina On June 16, 2003, Sam and Jan Messina’s lives changed forever.That was the day their oldest child and their only son – Matthew Messina was killed by a hit and run drunk driver in Chico, California. He was 25 years old.“As parents we suffered the worst possible nightmare except it was true. We
- [GTSC & DCJS](https://stopdwi.org/coordinator-portal/gtsc-dcjs/) - Sorry, but you do not have permission to view this content.
- [STOP-DWI New York Awards Recognition - Nominations Open](https://stopdwi.org/awardevent/) - STOP-DWI New York Awards Recognition - Nominations Open Each year STOP-DWI New York accepts nominations from all across New York State to recognize and thank law enforcement and community members who work tirelessly to keep our New York State roads safe from impaired drivers and also to those who work to prevent underage drinking.STOP-DWI New
- [STOP-DWI Awards Nomination (for year 2018)](https://stopdwi.org/awardnomination2018/) - STOP-DWI Awards Nomination (for year 2018) Welcome to the online nomination form for the New York State STOP-DWI Awards for the year 2018. Once you have clicked the submit button, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not get the email within a few minutes please check your spam folder for the message
- [Tools and Resources](https://stopdwi.org/tools-resources/) - Tools and Resources This page provides FREE materials that can be utilized by individuals, schools, agencies and community groups in order to help you better understand the STOP-DWI Program and our mission to prevent the unnecessary and tragic injuries and fatalities that result from this crime.All information can be downloaded and/or copied. Please also visit
- [Victim Impact Panels](https://stopdwi.org/resources-victim-impact-panel/) - Victim Impact Panels * CLICK HERE TO FIND YOUR COUNTY VICTIM IMPACT PANEL *A VICTIM IMPACT PANEL (VIP) IS A VOLUNTEER GROUP OF DWI VICTIMS AND SURVIVING FAMILY MEMBERS WHO SPEAK TO AUDIENCES ABOUT THE LIFE ALTERING CONSEQUENCES OF IMPAIRED DRIVING.Panelists convey a variety of perspective:DWI Survivors tell of the grief and painful changes they
- [The Impaired Driver Program](https://stopdwi.org/resources-impaired-driver-program/) - The Impaired Driver Program If you are convicted of an alcohol or drug related driving violation, your license or privilege to drive in New York State will be revoked or suspended. However, you may be eligible for a conditional license or a conditional driving privilege if you participate in New York State’s Impaired Driver Program
- [NEW YORK STATE STOP-DWI ASSOCIATION](https://stopdwi.org/stopdwi-association/) - NEW YORK STATE STOP-DWI ASSOCIATION MISSION: Reduce the number of persons killed or injured in alcohol and other drug-related traffic crashesTo promote DWI prevention as a public priorityCoordinate local efforts in Law Enforcement, Prosecution, Probation, Rehabilitation, Public Information, Education, and Administration.The New York State STOP-DWI Association, Inc. was established to assist counties in carrying out
- [For Victims](https://stopdwi.org/resources-victims/) - For Victims "Tears are the silent language of grief" In 2017 there were 4,323 impaired driving related fatal and personal injury crashes, with 252 alcohol impaired driving deaths and 235 drug impaired driving deaths. Almost half of these crashes occur on the weekends and represent 25% of all traffic deaths in New York State.The NYS STOP-DWI
- [For Parents](https://stopdwi.org/resources-parents/) - For Parents It is often said that being a parent is the toughest job you will ever have.Staying well-informed and involved with your child in this technologically advanced world can be very challenging.Peer pressure to “try” drugs and alcohol is still a major hurdle that teens find themselves having to navigate. This page provides links
- [Driving High](https://stopdwi.org/drivinghigh/) - Driving High Download Printable Handout (2 page) Download Printable Poster Quick Menu Protecting New Yorkers from Drugged Driving Consequences & Costs Driving High Drug Impaired Driving Good Host Checklist Have A Plan Flowchart Quiz Have A Plan Mobile App Partner Agencies and Programs Printable Resources Tools and Resources Traveling Exhibits For Servers YouTube and Vimeo
- [YouTube and Vimeo Channels](https://stopdwi.org/coordinator-portal/videos/) - Sorry, but you do not have permission to view this content.
- [GTSC & DCJS Information](https://stopdwi.org/coordinator-portal/statepartners/) - Sorry, but you do not have permission to view this content.
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- [Jacy Good and Steve Johnson](https://stopdwi.org/coordinator-portal/speakers/jacy-good-steve-johnson/) - Sorry, but you do not have permission to view this content.
- [About](https://stopdwi.org/about/) - About STOP-DWI NYS STOP-DWI Mission Reduce the number of persons killed or injured in alcohol and other drug-related traffic crashesTo promote DWI prevention as a public priorityCoordinate local efforts in Law Enforcement, Prosecution, Probation, Rehabilitation, Public Information, Education, and Administration. Overview STOP-DWI stands for “Special Traffic Options Program for Driving While Impaired”.The STOP-DWI Program was
- [Steuben County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-steuben/) - Steuben County Contact: Sheriff James Allard Address: 7007 Rumsey St. Ext.Bath, NY 14810 Phone: 607-622-3930 Fax: 607-776-7671 Email: jallard@steubencountyny.gov Website Facebook The 2022 dates for the Victim Impact Panel sessions are as follows:January 19 July 20March 16 September 21May 18
- [Test Page](https://stopdwi.org/test-page/)
- [Justin A. Randall, Jr.](https://stopdwi.org/coordinator-portal/speakers/justin-a-randall-jr/) - Sorry, but you do not have permission to view this content.
- [Delaware County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-delaware/) - Delaware County Contact: Scott Glueckert , STOP-DWI Coordinator Address: 280 Phoebe Lane, Suite 2Delhi, NY 13753 Phone: 607-832-5500 Email: scott.glueckert@co.delaware.ny.us Facebook Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented
- [Tompkins County](https://stopdwi.org/initiatives-tompkins/) - Tompkins County Contact: Undersheriff Jennifer Olin Address: Sheriff’s Office779 Warren RoadIthaca, NY 14850 Phone: 607-257-1345 ext. 4411 Email: jolin@tompkins-co.org Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ Download our Mobile App Now Have a Plan​ New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented components of
- [Elementor #3439](https://stopdwi.org/elementor-3439/) - Coordinator Portal - High Visibility Engagement Campaigns High Visibility Engagement Campaigns While STOP-DWI efforts across New York have led to significant reductions in the numbers of alcohol and drug related fatalities, still too many lives are being lost because of crashes caused by drunk or impaired drivers. Highly visible, highly publicized efforts like the STOP-DWI High
- [Annual Zoom Meeting October 21, 2021 10 am-1 pm](https://stopdwi.org/annual-zoom-meeting-october-21-2021-10-am-1-pm/) - Sorry, but you do not have permission to view this content.
- [New York's Current Legislative Program](https://stopdwi.org/legislativeprogram/) - New York's Current Legislative Program Below are summaries of each of the active bills that our Legislative partners are working on. Click the bill name to be redirected to read the full details. Drugged Driving A.2513/S.889 by Assemblywoman Simotas and Senator Amedore This bill amends the Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) relating to operating a vehicle while impaired
- [Test Co Ordinator Page](https://stopdwi.org/test-co-ordinator-page/) - test Content for cordinator

## Forms

- [First Responders Equipment Grant Application Form](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/first-responders-equipment-grant-application-form/)
- [2026 L. Richard Novelli Award Nomination Form](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/2026-l-richard-novelli-award-nomination-form/)
- [2026 William T. Smith Award Nomination Form](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/2026-william-t-smith-award-nomination-form/)
- [Street Drugs and Driving, What You Need to Know](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/street-drugs-and-driving-what-you-need-to-know/)
- [High in Plain Sight: Substance Abuse Prevention Training](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/high-in-plain-sight-substance-abuse-prevention-training/)
- [Courtroom Success July 2025 - Regional Training Registration](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/courtroom-success-july-2025-regional-training-registration/)
- [Courtroom Success June 2025 - Regional Training Registration](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/courtroom-success-june-2025-regional-training-registration/)
- [Regional Training Registration — Courtroom Success, Understanding the Psychology of a Trial](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/courtroomsuccesswashington/)
- [2025 Mid- Year Meeting RSVP](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/2025-mid-year-meeting-rsvp/)
- [HVEC 2024-2025 Application](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/hvec-2024-2025application/)
- [2024 Mid- Year Meeting RSVP](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/2024-mid-year-meeting/)
- [Rally for Change - Bus & Tee Shirt](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/rally-for-change-bus/)
- [Rally For Change Attendance Only](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/rally-for-change-deadly-driving/)
- [2023 STOP-DWI Conference Feedback Form](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/2023-stop-dwi-conference-feedback-form/)
- [STOP-DWI Conference Registration – Oct 2023](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/2023conference/)
- [HVEC 2023-24 Application](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/hvec-2023-24-application/)
- [HVEC 2022-23 Application](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/hvec-2022-23-application/)
- [ORGANIZATIONS JOIN THE COALITION HERE!*](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/organizations-join-the-coaltion-here/)
- [End Date Sample Form](https://stopdwi.org/metform-form/new-form-1654142811/)

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