How Do Police Spot Drunk Drivers?
Most of the time, officers don’t know that a person is actually drunk when they pull that person over. You can bet, however, that they’re suspicious. It’s not just the …
Missouri v. McNeely
In 2013, the Missouri vs. McNeely case was decided by the Supreme Court, which ruled that using blood tests obtained without a driver’s consent is a violation of their 4th …
Missouri Law Enforcement: Federal Grant to Hire 11 New Officers
Of more than 1,000 law enforcement agencies that requested grant assistance, less than 20 percent of these agencies received grants. The Springfield Police Department will be awarded a grant over …
Advances in Catching Drunk Drivers
Police departments are taking advantage of advances in technology to assist them in catching drunk drivers. The online availability of massive amounts of data on drunk driving behavior is changing …
How Long Can Police Detain You?
The length of time an officer may legally detain someone is not clearly defined, and varies based on the circumstances surrounding the encounter. Generally, an officer may only detain you …