Alabama Troopers Honored for Impaired Driving Enforcement
Mothers Against Drunk Driving recognized Alabama Highway Patrol troops at its first Law Enforcement Recognition event.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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Mothers Against Drunk Driving held its inaugural Law Enforcement Recognition event at the Shocco Springs Conference Center in Talladega on Oct. 26. Troop B and Troop G of the Alabama Highway Patrol Division received awards for drugged and drunk driving enforcement, respectively.
Why it matters
The event honored law enforcement agencies across Alabama for their dedication to impaired driving enforcement and roadway safety. It recognized enforcement efforts carried out during 2025.
Two Alabama Highway Patrol troops were recognized for 2025 enforcement, with Troop B honored for drugged driving and Troop G for drunk driving. The source material does not report the specific arrest or citation figures behind the awards.
The players
Mothers Against Drunk Driving
A national nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1980 that works to stop drunk and drugged driving and support victims.
Alabama Highway Patrol
The state law enforcement agency responsible for highway patrol and traffic enforcement across Alabama.
The details
Troop commander Tracey McCord accepted the award on behalf of Troop B, and Troop commander Jimmy Lancaster accepted the award for Troop G. Senior Trooper Triston Charles also attended the ceremony, which was the first such event held by the organization.
Timeline
2025: Enforcement efforts recognized at the event occurred during the year.
Oct. 26: Mothers Against Drunk Driving held its Law Enforcement Recognition event in Talladega.
Seasonal Patterns
Mothers Against Drunk Driving, founded in 1980, has long advocated for stricter impaired driving enforcement. This first-ever Law Enforcement Recognition event formally extends that advocacy by honoring the Alabama troops who carry out enforcement on the ground.
Drivers in Alabama can help reduce impaired driving by arranging a sober ride or designated driver before drinking or using drugs. Anyone who sees a suspected impaired driver should report it to local law enforcement immediately.
The takeaway
Recognizing enforcement work highlights how impaired driving remains a central focus for both advocates and troopers on Alabama roads. Planning a safe ride home before any drinking or drug use is one of the most direct steps readers can take.
Further reading
For more on impaired driving and substance-related safety, see Substance Abuse coverage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wiregrass Daily News.
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