The non-profit organization Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is turning 30 years old this year, where the group is having a year-long celebration -- alcohol free, of course.
Candace Lightner started MADD in 1980 after her daughter, Cari, was killed by a repeat drunk driving offender. Lightner was soon joined by Cindy Lamb -- whose daughter, Laura, became the nation's youngest quadriplegic at the hands of a drunk driver. The two mothers of MADD gained a tremendous amount of support and have a group that continues the work to stop drunk driving, support those effected by drunk driving, and prevent underage drinking.
The organization often works to put the victims in touch with DUI prosecutors in areas of California such as Westchester, Palm Desert, San Bernardino and Tustin. They are currently keeping tabs on how DUI cases are handled in Merced County, which is in Northern California; especially vehicular manslaughter cases. If you are a Los Angeles DUI defense lawyer, you certainly know that MADD is very involved in DUI cases.
Now in its 30th year, the organization is holding many celebratory events and fundraisers. People who live in Southern California are encouraged to take part in MADD activities that educate the public about the negative impact of drunk drivers. Because birthdays celebrate life, MADD is hoping that supporters will use their own birthday to raise money for the organization, which honors the lives of many human beings. By September 5, 2010, MADD hopes to raise $1 million through the birthday fundraiser. You can learn more about MADD's birthday fundraiser here.
The non-profit organization will also be holding celebratory events throughout the year. Visit your local MADD chapter or visit MADD's website to find out more information about upcoming events.
Related Resources:
- DUI / DWI Resources (FindLaw)
- Car Safety Laws Drive Auto-Related Deaths to Record Low in 2008 (FindLaw's Common Law Blog)
- A Walk Through Two Drunk Driving Cases: How the Criminal Justice System Works (FindLaw)
- California DUI Law (FindLaw)
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