Leandra’s Law: A Father Speaks Out
Author: Denis Foley.
Source: Volume 15, Number 04, Fall 2011 , pp.80-80(1)
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Abstract:
New York is one of 36 states having special child endangerment laws that punish drivers who place a child passenger at risk while driving under the influence of alcohol. In New York State, the final Leandra’s Law provision took effect Sunday, August 15, 2010. The tragedy that brought about Leandra’s Law began when Carmen Huertas drunk-killed Leandra Rosado in October 2009.Keywords: BAC level; ignition interlock devices; misdemeanor; felony; Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment
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1: Journal Editor.