CPL David Steward (HP-Tuscaloosa) explains to a violator how to pay for tickets she just received for speeding and not displaying proof of insurance. According to one recent study, Alabama has the the second-highest percentage of uninsured drivers in the 50 states.
 

Attention ASTA Retirees:
The final date for firearms qualification for carrying a concealed weapon is Tuesday, August 7th @ 10:00 am. No appointment needed, just bring your own ammunition.
Previous notice listed incorrect date of Friday, August 10th.

 
  2007 RSA Retiremement Preparation Seminars
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Over the Limit. Under Arrest.
State Trooper Ulaine Jamison (SER-ACJTC) and an Opelika Police Officer receive directions from producer Tom Lenord, foreground, while filming the next public service announcement for the Labor Day Holiday period. Troopers Jeff Jordan (HP-Lee County) and Frank Sazera (HP-Chilton County) also participated in the TV spot which emphasizes a multi-agency effort to arrest impaired drivers in Alabama. More photos.


Money sometimes seized when no crime is alleged
When federal authorities come across a suspicious pile of cash but don't have enough evidence to bring criminal charges, they do what thousands of private citizens with disputes do every year: They file a lawsuit. 
Alarm is sounded on state pensions
Premium increases on active employees and retirees, reductions in coverage, and escalating state payments, possibly fueled by tax increases, all are options to sustain the fund.
 
Many drivers still not insured
"I'm convinced it will work," said House Minority Leader Mike Hubbard, R-Auburn. "It's just a law enforcement issue at this point."
 
How reliable are eyewitnesses?
Racial bias, poor lighting, stress, alcohol, the passage of time, poorly conducted police lineups and other factors often play a role in misidentifications of criminal suspects.
 

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