A district judge in Libby rules against Montana's 24/7 sobriety program for drunken driving suspects, calling it unconstitutional. The state has already appealed the ruling to the Montana Supreme Court.
In his February 5 ruling, District Judge James Wheelis says the program's sobriety testing fees are an unconstitutional punishment for defendants before they are tried.
The legislature passed the law in 2011 to crack down on drunk driving. Under the law, anyone arrested for drunken driving two or more times can be ordered to take part in the program. It requires the driver to take, and pay for, frequent breath tests before their trial.
Wheelis threw out the law based on a challenge by Robert Spady, who was arrested for drunken driving and careless driving in Lincoln County. Spady took part in the 24/7 program for 113 days and paid $452 in fees. The order shows he was arrested each time and charged with contempt of court.
We will have more information, and reaction from Governor Bullock, on the ABC MONTANA NEWS at 5:30, and the FOX MONTANA NEWS AT 9.
Wednesday, April 23 2014 8:06 AM EDT2014-04-23 12:06:48 GMT
A Kansas judge has scheduled a hearing to consider Army Pfc. Chelsea Manning's petition to legally change her name from Bradley Manning.
A Kansas judge will on Wednesday consider Army Pfc. Chelsea Manning's petition to legally change her name from Bradley, as she serves a 35-year sentence for passing classified U.S. government information to the...
Wednesday, April 23 2014 7:34 AM EDT2014-04-23 11:34:45 GMT
Four decades after John Wayne Gacy lured more than 30 young men and boys to his Chicago-area home and strangled them, his case has helped authorities solve another killing - one he didn't commit.
Four decades after John Wayne Gacy lured more than 30 young men and boys to his Chicago-area home and strangled them, his case has helped authorities solve another killing - one he didn't commit.
Wednesday, April 23 2014 7:24 AM EDT2014-04-23 11:24:32 GMT
As the kidnappers pulled into a quiet, upscale golf course community, they thought they were about to abduct an assistant district attorney who sent a high-ranking gang member to prison for life, authorities said.
As the kidnappers pulled into a quiet, upscale golf course community, they thought they were about to abduct an assistant district attorney who sent a high-ranking gang member to prison for life, authorities said.
Wednesday, April 23 2014 6:04 AM EDT2014-04-23 10:04:55 GMT
The mother of a 17-year-old honors student who was among 10 people killed in a fiery Northern California bus crash sued FedEx on Tuesday, alleging that its trucks have a history of catching fire.
The mother of a 17-year-old honors student who was among 10 people killed in a fiery Northern California bus crash sued FedEx on Tuesday, alleging that its trucks have a history of catching fire.
Tuesday, April 22 2014 10:55 PM EDT2014-04-23 02:55:41 GMT
KHQ - Stay tuned to KHQ.COM for the arrival of President Barack Obama in Everett, WA on Air Force 1 around 12:30pm Tuesday. President Obama plans to visit and survey the devastated community of Oso. Air Force 1 could arrive as early as 12:25 or as late as 12:50. >>>WATCH Right Here On Khq.com>>>
KHQ.COM - The President has arrived in Washington State to visit and survey the devastated community of Oso. Air Force touched down in Everett shortly after 12:30 today. Obama will tour the area of Oso and visit with families who loved ones were killed in the devastating mudslide.
Friday, April 18 2014 4:21 PM EDT2014-04-18 20:21:35 GMT
MOKPO, South Korea (AP) - Searchers have now put markers on the surface of the water where the South Korean ferry went down. Part of the ship had remained above the surface until today, but now the entire vessel is submerged. They're continuing the effort to find some 270 people who are missing and feared dead.
MOKPO, South Korea (AP) - Searchers have now put markers on the surface of the water where the South Korean ferry went down. Part of the ship had remained above the surface until today, but now the entire vessel is submerged. They're continuing the effort to find some 270 people who are missing and feared dead.
Wednesday, April 23 2014 12:11 AM EDT2014-04-23 04:11:09 GMT
The anticipated grand opening of Cabela's Outpost store is announced. Members of Cabela's Incorporated announced Tuesday, it will open its Missoula location on Thursday, June 12.A ribbon cutting ceremony will start at 10:45 a.m., and doors will open for business at 11 a.m. Opening day will kick off a weekend-long celebration highlighted by special appearances, family events, giveaways and more. The store is located in the growing South Crossing Retail Development on Brooks Street where K-mart...
The anticipated grand opening of Cabela's Outpost store is announced. Members of Cabela's Incorporated announced Tuesday, it will open its Missoula location on Thursday, June 12.A ribbon cutting ceremony will start at 10:45 a.m., and doors will open for business at 11 a.m. Opening day will kick off a weekend-long celebration highlighted by special appearances, family events, giveaways and more. The store is located in the growing South Crossing Retail Development on Brooks Street where K-mart...
Friday, December 20 2013 6:30 PM EST2013-12-20 23:30:40 GMT
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Monday, April 21 2014 8:30 PM EDT2014-04-22 00:30:12 GMT
A couple is honored for their efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect in Montana. Tyson and Kim Moore were named Foster Parents of the Year at the annual Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect Conference in Missoula. Experts said child abuse and neglect are a growing problem across the country. That's why experts are working to find new prevention methods and great foster parents like the Moores.
A couple is honored for their efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect in Montana. Tyson and Kim Moore were named Foster Parents of the Year at the annual Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect Conference in Missoula. Experts said child abuse and neglect are a growing problem across the country. That's why experts are working to find new prevention methods and great foster parents like the Moores.
Tuesday, April 22 2014 12:56 AM EDT2014-04-22 04:56:59 GMT
The University of Montana softball team has their inaugural season start this fall. Today, the coaching staff started week long tryouts for current UM students hoping to make the team, which meant there was plenty of nervousness on the field."I've got a lot of nerves, but I'm extremely excited, I want to show him what I can do and hopefully have a shot at making the team," says Big Sky high graduate and current UM Junior Kelsey Lucostic.For as difficult as it may be, coach Pinkerton tries to ...
The University of Montana softball team has their inaugural season start this fall. Today, the coaching staff started week long tryouts for current UM students hoping to make the team, which meant there was plenty of nervousness on the field."I've got a lot of nerves, but I'm extremely excited, I want to show him what I can do and hopefully have a shot at making the team," says Big Sky high graduate and current UM Junior Kelsey Lucostic.For as difficult as it may be, coach Pinkerton tries to ...
Sunday, March 16 2014 12:51 AM EDT2014-03-16 04:51:08 GMT
FUKUSHIMA, Japan- Researchers say radiation from the Fukushima Nuclear Facility will hit the shores of the Pacific Northwest by April of this year. March 11th marked the third anniversary of the nuclear disaster in Fukushima As Japan tries to rebuild, Tokyo Electric Power Company is struggling with ever-increasing amounts of contaminated water at Fukushima Daiichi.
FUKUSHIMA, Japan- Researchers say radiation from the Fukushima Nuclear Facility will hit the shores of the Pacific Northwest by April of this year. March 11th marked the third anniversary of the nuclear disaster in Fukushima As Japan tries to rebuild, Tokyo Electric Power Company is struggling with ever-increasing amounts of contaminated water at Fukushima Daiichi.
