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Minnesota Steps Up DWI Enforcement For Holiday
ST. PAUL (AP) -- The Minnesota State Patrol is promising increased DWI enforcement during the upcoming New Year's Eve celebrations.
Patrol Lt. Eric Roeske says that because New Year's Eve falls on a weekend this year, there's the potential for more drunken driving than usual.
He says that makes it even more important for people to plan now for a safe and sober ride home, which could be a designated driver or a cab. Roeske says families should also let others know they are available for a safe ride home at any time.
As of Wednesday, there have been 397 traffic deaths in Minnesota compared to 395 at this time in 2009.
(Copyright 2010 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
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