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02/07/2010 02:28 PM

'No Refusal' initiative in effect for Super Bowl night

By: News 8 Austin Staff

The Austin Police Department is enforcing another "No Refusal" initiative this Super Bowl weekend.

That means if a suspected drunk driver refuses a breathalyzer, police can get a warrant for a blood draw.

No refusal weekend runs from 9 p.m. Sunday through 5 a.m. Monday.

Previous No Refusal weekends during Halloween and New Year's Eve resulted in 72 arrests.

To help drivers get around safely, Sober Ride is offering its services.

From 7 p.m. until midnight Sunday, folks can call for a free cab ride home. The ride is good for up to a $30 fare.

For more information, call (512) 657-2999.