San Diego's Official Navy Newspaper - Local Command Achieves 900 Days Alcohol Related Incident Free

Posted on April 21, 2009 by Dan Jaffe

San Diego Naval Detachment has made it 900 days without anybody getting a DUI.

This is news, and it is also quite amazing if you think about it. In my decade as a DUI defense lawyer, I have represented many people in the military.

San Diego's Official Navy Newspaper - Local Command Achieves 900 Days Alcohol Related Incident Free: "The Detachment has gone 900 days without having any driving under the influence (DUI) or alcohol related incidents (ARI).  The accomplishments of the detachments can be attributed to constant awareness and the leadership reiterating the importance acting responsible at all times. ‘It all begins when the Sailors arrive at our command.  They are briefed on responsible drinking, as well as making and following a good liberty plan. Additionally, the Senior Enlisted Leader (SEL) talks one-on-one with every newly arrived Sailor and re-emphasizes the importance of responsible drinking and conduct while on liberty,’ said Senior Chief Information Systems Technical (SW/AW) Lana Tullos, SEL for the command"

Eventually, somebody is going to get a DUI and break the streak, and then, for that person, there will be hell to pay.

I imagine that making this record well know would cause Sailors to think twice before getting behind the wheel after drinking. It's a lot to live up to, but it's positive.

I think positive reinforcement and goals, rather than scare and punish, is the best way to prevent DUI from happening everywhere.

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