Ala. Troopers Getting “BAT Mobiles” for DUI Patrol

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Associated Press
Published: August 13, 2008

  MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama state troopers have a new device
to combat drunk driving.
    Governor Bob Riley has awarded almost $1.4 million in grants to
provide troopers with specially equipped vans called “BAT
Mobiles.“
    “BAT” is a breath alcohol testing device that allows troopers
to conduct roadside sobriety checks.
    Riley said in a statement Tuesday “that about 40 percent of all
traffic deaths in Alabama involve alcohol.“
    The “BAT Mobiles” will be on display at a news conference
Wednesday in Montgomery. State officials are also expected to
announce plans for another “Take Back Our Highways” traffic
safety initiative.

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