Drug Recognition Expert

I am a former Officer-in-Charge of the Los Angeles Police Department's Drug Recognition Expert Unit. I have been accepted as an expert in alcohol and drug influence issues by courts in 21 states. I am an advocate for the DRE approach to impaired driving. This blog will explore the history of the DRE program, recognizing those who contributed to its development. I will also comment on issues of current interest to DRE's. Visit my web site at: www.drugrecognitionexpert.com. Thomas "Tom" Page

Friday, September 25, 2009

First DRE School out of California, July 1988

In July of 1988, Phoenix, Arizona (hotel rates are quite reasonable in July!) hosted the first DRE school held outside of California. The school was held at the Pointe at Squaw Peak. This picture includes this landmark school's instructors and students. Jack Oates, wearing white slacks in the front row, was the NHTSA representative. Jack created the schedule and made instructor assignments. I am to Jack's right, next to Dick Studdard.

Drug Recognition Expert

Friday, September 25, 2009

First DRE School out of California, July 1988

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