MADD Colorado Links with Colorado State Patrol to Prevent Drunk Driving - Insurance News | InsuranceNewsNet

InsuranceNewsNet — Your Industry. One Source.™

Sign in
  • Subscribe
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Contact
Home Now reading Newswires
Topics
    • Advisor News
    • Annuity Index
    • Annuity News
    • Companies
    • Earnings
    • Fiduciary
    • From the Field: Expert Insights
    • Health/Employee Benefits
    • Insurance & Financial Fraud
    • INN Magazine
    • Insiders Only
    • Life Insurance News
    • Newswires
    • Property and Casualty
    • Regulation News
    • Sponsored Articles
    • Washington Wire
    • Videos
    • ———
    • About
    • Meet our Editorial Staff
    • Advertise
    • Contact
    • Newsletters
  • Exclusives
  • NewsWires
  • Magazine
  • Newsletters
Sign in or register to be an INNsider.
  • AdvisorNews
  • Annuity News
  • Companies
  • Earnings
  • Fiduciary
  • Health/Employee Benefits
  • Insurance & Financial Fraud
  • INN Exclusives
  • INN Magazine
  • Insurtech
  • Life Insurance News
  • Newswires
  • Property and Casualty
  • Regulation News
  • Sponsored Articles
  • Video
  • Washington Wire
  • Life Insurance
  • Annuities
  • Advisor
  • Health/Benefits
  • Property & Casualty
  • Insurtech
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Editorial Staff

Get Social

  • Facebook
  • X
  • LinkedIn
Newswires
Newswires RSS Get our newsletter
Order Prints
December 30, 2013 Newswires
Share
Share
Post
Email

MADD Colorado Links with Colorado State Patrol to Prevent Drunk Driving

Proquest LLC

As we approach the holiday season, a time when people may be celebrating at events where alcohol is served, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Colorado and the Colorado State Patrol urge adults to plan ahead for a non-drinking designated driver, especially since drunk driving deaths typically spike over the holidays.

In fact, between Thanksgiving and New Year's Eve in 2011, 931 people were killed in drunk driving crashes nationwide, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

According to a release, MADD's Tie One On For Safety red ribbon campaign, now in its 27th year, is the organization's signature public awareness program and is sponsored by National Presenting Sponsor Nationwide Insurance. Drivers across the country display MADD red ribbons on their vehicles as a reminder to plan ahead and designate a non-drinking driver. The campaign is sponsored in Colorado by the law firm of Bell & Pollock, MADD Colorado's Victim Services sponsor.

"MADD Colorado knows that it takes more than just a few people making safe choices, so we urge Colorado residents to lead by example and spread the message of planning ahead for a designated non-drinking driver," said Fran Lanzer, State Executive Director for MADD Colorado. "We're honored to join with the Colorado State Patrol and the law firm of Bell & Pollock to Tie One On For Safety and help make our communities safer during the holiday season and year- round."

The red ribbons also signify support for law enforcement officers, who will be out in force as part of the national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign. MADD's Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving includes support for these types of high-visibility law enforcement efforts, along with support for requiring ignition interlocks for all convicted drunk drivers, and for research into technology that could prevent a drunk driver from operating the vehicle.

State Troopers will be working around the clock to educate Coloradoans on the importance of making good decisions while driving during the holidays. "Some of the most critical decisions for drivers actually occur before the party begins," said Colonel Scott Hernandez, Chief of the Colorado State Patrol. "Individuals need to understand that when they are chosen as a non-drinking driver, family and friends trust them with their lives. How much more personal does it get?"

The Colorado State Patrol will be utilizing saturation patrol methods to place more resources on state roadways to combat impaired driving. "If you are driving drunk, we will find you," said Chief Hernandez.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is a nonprofit working to protect families from drunk driving and underage drinking.

More Information:

www.madd.org

((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected]))

Copyright:  (c) 2013 ProQuest Information and Learning Company; All Rights Reserved.
Wordcount:  443

Advisor News

  • The first 5 years of your career could determine the next 50
  • Your client’s $3 million portfolio doesn’t tell you their insurance needs
  • How life insurance can provide liquidity for wealthy families
  • Retirement providers turn to digital engagement to retain assets
  • Looking out for clients with diminished mental capacity
More Advisor News

Annuity News

  • What lower interest rates mean to annuity payouts
  • AM Best downgrades A-Cap insurers amid financial and regulatory troubles
  • Lawsuit claims Delaware Life hid billions in insurer-linked investments
  • AM Best to Deliver Presentation at 2026 ACLI Annual Conference
  • Global Atlantic Announces Launch of ForeLifetime Income, a New Fixed Index Annuity
More Annuity News

Health/Employee Benefits News

  • 'Not worth the expense': Health-care workers dropping health insurance as even they can't afford it
  • Americans navigate 'wild West' of health insurance options after dropping Obamacare plans
  • Top Workplaces 2026: Benefit winners buck health insurance trends
  • Cayuga County holds off, for now, on retiree health insurance change
  • Conn. can halt Diamantis' pension, but can't revoke his health insurance
Sponsor
More Health/Employee Benefits News

Life Insurance News

  • John Hancock expands protection portfolio
  • National Life adds new index options to SummitLife IUL
  • Life insurance protects dependent loved ones
  • AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Horace Mann Educators Corporation and Its Subsidiaries
  • Abacus Global Management Completes Landmark $400 Million Securitization
Sponsor
More Life Insurance News

NEWS INSIDE

  • Companies
  • Earnings
  • Economic News
  • INN Magazine
  • Insurtech News
  • Newswires Feed
  • Regulation News
  • Washington Wire
  • Videos

FEATURED OFFERS

Press Releases

  • Lauren Sinnott Named to Ragan’s Top Women in Marketing Awards, Class of 2026 
  • Classic Car Insurer OpenRoad Insurance Expands to 40 U.S. States in Two Years
  • How Aspire General Turned an Early Technology Bet Into Claims Automation at Scale with Kyber
  • Adjusto launches AI-Native contents claims services powered by its technology platform
  • URL Insurance Group Celebrates 40 Years of Service, Growth, and Industry Leadership
More Press Releases > Add Your Press Release >

How to Write For InsuranceNewsNet

Find out how you can submit content for publishing on our website.
View Guidelines

Topics

  • Advisor News
  • Annuity Index
  • Annuity News
  • Companies
  • Earnings
  • Fiduciary
  • From the Field: Expert Insights
  • Health/Employee Benefits
  • Insurance & Financial Fraud
  • INN Magazine
  • Insiders Only
  • Life Insurance News
  • Newswires
  • Property and Casualty
  • Regulation News
  • Sponsored Articles
  • Washington Wire
  • Videos
  • ———
  • About
  • Meet our Editorial Staff
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Newsletters

Top Sections

  • AdvisorNews
  • Annuity News
  • Health/Employee Benefits News
  • InsuranceNewsNet Magazine
  • Life Insurance News
  • Property and Casualty News
  • Washington Wire

Our Company

  • About
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Meet our Editorial Staff
  • Magazine Subscription
  • Write for INN

Sign up for our FREE e-Newsletter!

Get breaking news, exclusive stories, and money- making insights straight into your inbox.

select Newsletter Options
Facebook Linkedin Twitter
© 2026 InsuranceNewsNet.com, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • InsuranceNewsNet Magazine

Sign in with your Insider Pro Account

Not registered? Become an Insider Pro.