A media campaign was announced April 30, by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. This campaign is promoting Minnesota's "Not a Drop" zero tolerance law regarding underage alcohol use and driving. The campaign's introduction comes at a time when many Minnesota students are attending proms and graduation parties.

Currently, 27 states have zero tolerance laws aimed at reducing the number of underage persons injured and killed in traffic crashes. Although Minnesota's law was passed in 1993, many young people and their parents are not aware of the legislation and how it can affect them. Under "Not a Drop," a driver under 21 years of age who is stopped after drinking any amount of alcohol may lose his/her license. With a first violation, the license is suspended for 30 days; a subsequent offense will result in a 6-month suspension.

You may get FREE ad slicks and FREE posters from the MN Highway Patrol Law Enforcement Liaisons. Call or fax your request to:

• Northern Minnesota - Bill Quinn 218/675-5106, FAX 218/675-5353
• Metro area - Bob O'Brien 612/427-0261, FAX 612/323-8183
• Southern Minnesota - Jim Foessler 507/354-6232, FAX 507/359-2732

If you want more information on the "Not a Drop" or zero tolerance law, call the Minnesota Prevention Resource Center at 612/427-5310 or 800/247-1303.