STOP-DWI Press Conference

ALBANY, NY (06/26/2007)(readMedia)-- WHEN: Wednesday, June 27, 2007, 11:00 a.m.

WHERE: State Capitol Building East Capitol Park Albany, NY

WHO: James F. May, Chairman, NYS STOP-DWI Association David J. Swarts, Commissioner, DMV; Chair, GTSC Preston Felton, Acting Superintendent, NYS Police John Grebert, Executive Director, NYS Chiefs of Police Association Representative from the NYS Sheriff’s Association

NOTES: STOP-DWI stands for “Special Traffic Options Program for Driving While Intoxicated”.

A STOP-DWI enforcement effort to crackdown on drunk driving during the July 4th holiday period will take place from June 29 – July 8.

Law enforcement agencies throughout the state will be out in force to reduce the incidence of drunk driving and to ensure our roadways are safe.

There will be multiple law enforcement vehicles in the park during the press conference.

CONTACT: DMV Communications: 518-473-7000

THE MEDIA IS WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND