This week, we urged Floridians to never drive under the influence. December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month and also when Floridians are celebrating the holidays with friends and family.
During this time, we typically see an increase in drunk driving accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s latest nationwide data reveals that someone dies in a drunk driving accident every 39 minutes—that’s about 37 people every day. During December, drunk driving accidents increase, as there were 507 alcohol-impaired crashes in Florida—more crashes than any other month in 2023.
Law enforcement will have more deputies, officers and troopers monitoring our state’s roadways to help ensure Floridians remain safe throughout the holiday season. If you plan on drinking during any festivities, never get behind the wheel.
Please make sure you celebrate responsibly:
- Never drive while or after drinking alcoholic beverages;
- Always wear your seatbelt;
- Call a cab or use a ridesharing service if there is no designated driver; and
- Avoid distractions, especially texting while driving.
The American Automobile Association’s Tow to Go program gives free, confidential ride services to impaired drivers and their vehicles, available to both AAA members and nonmembers on most major holidays.
Also, the Mothers Against Drunk Driving website provides statistics, solutions and helplines to prevent drunk or drugged driving accidents.
Drunk driving can shatter lives and devastate families. Don’t let an irresponsible action take away cherished memories during the holiday season. By enjoying time with loved ones safely, we will continue building a Stronger, Safer Florida.
In The News
Florida AG charges suspect in Trump assassination attempt with felony attempted murder, CBS 12 West Palm Beach
Ashley Moody says Florida will seek warrant, pursue state charges against would-be Donald Trump assassin, Florida Politics
Attorney General Moody announces new charge against Routh, also accused in Trump assassination, TC Palm
New arrest warrant amplifies Florida's fight with feds over second Trump assassination attempt, NBC News
Florida obtains warrant for man accused of trying to assassinate Trump at golf course, Miami Herald
Florida Attorney General Moody announces felony charges against accused would-be Trump assassin, Spectrum Bay News 9 Tampa Bay
Florida Hits Ryan Routh With Attempted Murder Charge After Alleged Trump Assassination Plot, Daily Wire
Florida filing new charge against alleged would-be Trump assassin Ryan Routh, The Hill
Ashley Moody urges FEMA to ease flood insurance regulations hindering storm recovery, Florida’s Voice
Moody demands answers as Florida families suffer from FEMA regulatory burden, The Center Square
AG Moody Calls on FEMA to Ease Restrictions after Hurricanes, The Floridian
Florida attorney general urges FEMA to ease burden on families recovering from hurricanes, WCTV Tallahassee
Protecting Floridians
Attorney General Moody Urges FEMA to Ease Burden on Families Recovering from Hurricanes Helene and Milton
In the aftermath of the storms, strict regulations by the National Flood Insurance Plan are preventing many families from rebuilding or repairing homes.
Read MoreAG Moody’s Statewide Prosecutors Obtain Arrest Warrant for Attempted Felony Murder Charge Against Routh for Roadway Tragedy
Attorney General Ashley Moody today obtained an arrest warrant for attempted felony murder against Ryan Routh, the would-be assassin of President Donald J. Trump, for a traffic accident that gravely injured a six-year-old girl after he chose to flee the scene.
Read MoreEvents
This week, Attorney General Moody held the annual Office of the Attorney General Managers Meeting at the Florida Senate Building in Tallahassee.
Attorney General Moody presenting the 2024 Chesterfield H. Smith, Jr. Mentoring Award to Corrections Practice Manager Bilal Faruqui. The award is given to an individual who provides outstanding professional development to future leaders with the Office of the Attorney General.
Attorney General Moody recognizing Associate Deputy Attorney General of Criminal Appeals Suzanne Bechard as the recipient of the 2024 Trish Conners Award. This honor is bestowed upon a lawyer who exemplifies excellence and professionalism, along with showing strong dedication to the mission of the Department of Legal Affairs.
Attorney General Moody with OAG managers for a staff photo inside Florida’s Historic Capitol.
Attorney General Moody announcing at a news conference in Stuart that the State of Florida obtained an arrest warrant for attempted felony murder against Ryan Routh, the would-be assassin of President-Elect Donald Trump, whose actions caused catastrophic injuries to a six-year-old girl.
Attorney General Moody congratulates Assistant Attorney General Chief of Consumer Protection Patrice Malloy who will be retiring in early January. Patrice's career with the Office of the Attorney General spans more than two decades, ranging from work in lemon law arbitration and prosecuting economic crimes, to antitrust enforcement and multistate litigations. Patrice, thank you for your hard work and dedication toward helping Floridians all these many years.
