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Drunk Problems and Court Handling in Cedar Rapids
A Cedar Rapids 13 month study shows 1197 intoxication charges with 206 fines and 219 jail sentences. Judges Hullinger Shaeffer and Reilly used jail, suspended sentences, and out of town orders, while 279 were sent to the Citizens Committee on Alcoholism. Some cases dismissed or sent to hospitals. 135 cases remained pending at period end. The police cite deterring drunk crowds and call for a detox center to ease workload.
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