MADD releases statement on GI mayor's behavior

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Story Created: Mar 22, 2013 at 11:26 AM CDT

Story Updated: Mar 22, 2013 at 11:28 AM CDT

Mothers Against Drunk Driving in Nebraska say that when DUI charges are lessened like in Mayor Vavricek's case the message that drunk driving is a serious crime is lost.

That's not all they had to say.

They released a statement:

"The decision of the city prosecutor to drop the charges from driving under the influence to reckless driving sets a precedent that those who drink and drive will not see the consequences of their actions.
It sends a message that Mayor Vavricek's .09 blood alcohol level, clearly over the .08 legal limit, was not taken into consideration."

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