Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed into law a bill that law enforcement authorities say will help keep drug-impaired drivers off the road. The new law gives oral fluid (saliva) tests for drugs the same “implied consent” legal standing as the breath and blood tests used to detect alcohol after an arrest. Drivers arrested for DUI will be required to submit to the saliva test or lose their driving .
Medical marijuana debate continues for Alabama lawmakers
According to lawmakers, the bill is ready for its third reading on the house floor
Lawmakers discuss latest on medical marijuana in Alabama By Tiffany Thompson | April 27, 2021 at 7:33 AM CDT - Updated April 27 at 7:33 AM
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Alabama lawmakers are debating whether medical marijuana should be allowed in the state, and as we near the end of the legislative session we may have an answer soon. My hips hurt all the time, my shoulder hurts all the time, but I have one lady in my Sunday school and she’s in chronic pain. She needs help.”
Police respond to calls for more training after Huntsville advisory council review
WAAY 31 reached out to the Huntsville police chief and one of his predecessors about the training that officers go through to prepare for situations like last summer s protests.
Posted: Apr 23, 2021 8:30 PM
Posted By: Bridget Divers
WAAY 31 reached out to the Huntsville police chief and one of his predecessors about the training that officers go through to prepare for situations like last summer s protests.
During Thursday s Huntsville City Council meeting, the long awaited report from the Huntsville Police Advisory Council was presented to council members and the public for the first time.
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