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A cocktail can be a fun addition to New Year's Eve celebrations, but those who choose to drink should make sure they plan ahead and avoid drinking and driving. Driving Under the Influence of alcohol or other drugs can land you in jail for up to a year, get your license suspended for 90 days and cost thousands of dollars. Some convicted of a DUI may have to have an ignition interlock added to their vehicles as well.

A cocktail can be a fun addition to New Year's Eve celebrations, but those who choose to drink should make sure they plan ahead and avoid drinking and driving. Driving Under the Influence of alcohol or other drugs can land you in jail for up to a year, get your license suspended for 90 days and cost thousands of dollars. Some convicted of a DUI may have to have an ignition interlock added to their vehicles as well.

December 24, 2025

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Planning ahead key to a safe New Year’s celebration
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