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Women and DUIs

Women and DUIs

More women are being arrested for driving under the influence today than ever before. While the increase in DUI arrests for women is undeniable, the reasons why the increase has occurred are complex and not fully understood. Statistics show the dramatic increase in women arrested for DUI corresponds with a decrease and leveling off in the number of men arrested during the same time period. From 2003 to 2012, female DUI arrests skyrocketed by about 21%, while male arrests went down about 17%. A study examining arrest rates from 1982 to 2004 found the same pattern for women, with a slight...

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Oklahoma Diversion Programs

Oklahoma Diversion Programs

Oklahoma has some diversion programs available for first-time offenders that can reduce the amount of jail time to be served for a DUI. These programs may be required by the court as part of a deferred or suspended sentence. Diversion programs aim to help alcohol or drug offenders get treatment and keep people out of jail. They also reduce second offenses and saves the public money. However, failing to successfully complete a diversion program can result in adverse consequences such as jail time or a conviction being entered on your record. DUI offenders generally attend drug and alcohol counseling as part...

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