Evaluation support for innovative alcohol projects : evaluation support for assessing the effectiveness of videotaping persons arrested for driving while intoxicated

NHTSA - Behavioral Safety Researchhttps://doi.org/10.21949/15252041985PDFResearch PaperBrackett, QuinnHogue, K. C.Orozco, J. M.Texas Transportation InstituteUnited States. National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationUnited States. National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationTexasDrunk drivingEvidenceTraffic law enforcementTraffic courtsBenefit cost analysisVideotapesState lawsDOT-HS-806-995RF7025NTIS-PB86247715DTNH-22-84-R-05051TX-85-02-01-E1-AAFinal reportThe use of videotaped evidence in the prosecution of DWI cases in Texas became widespread after legislative changes that became effective in 1984. An evaluation in nine counties indicated that there were no significant changes in the percentages of bench trials or guilty pleas. There was, however, an increase in time required for booking. It was recommended that steps be taken to minimize the cost of the unproductive method. /Abstract from report summary page/129