At the annual DUI Award Banquet held earlier this month that was sponsored by Mother's Against Drunk Driving (MADD), Traffic Motor Officer Nathan Barto was recognized for his involvement in Arizona DUI enforcement.
The Prescott Police Department reports that Mr. Barto was nominated for his award after he made 30 percent of the DUI arrests within the Prescott Police Department's Traffic Section and 10% of the total DUI arrests recorded in the entire department. Many in the community see the motor officer as a hero for preventing drunk driving accidents on the Arizona roadways. In the state of Arizona, driving under the influence is a serious charge. FindLaw states that offenders are often punished with jail time, probation, fines, driver's license suspension, and mandatory attendance to DUI treatment or education programs.
Even an Arizona DUI attorney would agree that Mr. Barto's contributions are noticeable. In addition to arresting many drivers who were suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, The Prescott Police Department notes that Mr. Barto has also been active when it comes to teaching community members about DUI enforcement, bicycle education, and drug laws. Officer Barto also makes presentations at the MADD Victim Impact Panels and is loved by many members of MADD.
His award was presented by Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard and the Director of the Governor's Office of Highway Safety Alberto Gutier. Officer Barto was one of 28 officers throughout the state of Arizona who was recognized for his efforts involving DUI enforcement. For more information, please visit our Related Resources.
Related Resources:
- Mothers Against Drunk Driving (LawBrain)
- DUI / DWI Resources (FindLaw)
- Arizona DUI Attorney Directory (FindLaw)
