" Hey NVR how about listing the names of people for Felony arrests for crimes committed in Napa County? Why just list misdemeanor DUI (in most cases) It only makes sense you would publish the names of the felony offenders to better inform the citizens about whats really going on in our neighborhoods??????? Any response NVR????? "

" napawineo:
You see those on a constant basis via articles written about felony arrests in the county.
There is also Napa's Most Wanted on the Web site, informing people each week of those facing felony warrants.
There is also the crime map on the Web site, updated weekly, showing what is taking place in Napa neighborhoods. "

" NVR Moderator, sure you show us some of the arrests but really do you show us all?? I think not...Why not list the names...and crimes commited by these felons??? These are felony arrests we have a right to know about all of them...not just what you guys feel like sharing......list them ALL "

" moderator: i think what wineo is talking about is a monthly story that lists all of the felony convictions for the month--exactly like this one, except that it would list *all* of the felony convictions.
Your most wanted list is weak. Many of the people on there are simple druggies. In fact, 2 of the 5 on the list today are "most wanted" for "possession of a controlled substance." The other 3 are small timers too. These are not the McVeighs, Kaczynskis and Bin Ladens of the world. Why would anyone want to turn in someone wanted for possession of a controlled substance? There isn't even reward money on the table. "

" By the way, leave these DUI people alone. They're victims of the radical DUI laws enacted because of the disproportional influence of the MADD lobby. A DUI can happen to anybody, especially here in Napa. It's basically a tax that is collected at random. "

" Does anybody know if any of these people were caught at the checkpoint that was supposed to happen last Saturday? Was that checkpoint ever set up, or was it just a bluff by the lying-as-usual cops? "

" To all below....
I "somewhat agree" I would like to see in list form like the DUI list, who and what with all that goes on in the valley. Furthermore, I think that the information being so "out there" would detour future incidents from happening, I know it sticks in my mind. Yesterday Super bowl Sunday!, cant wait to see Feb, or March's conviction DUI list. "anotherguy" these are convictions not arrests, read the description above. They have to go to court so it takes a while. "

" Convicted DUIers are victims? Oh puhleese. "

" Napamama: Yes, they are victims, victims of the government. The government just comes up and takes thousands of dollars away from them and takes away their means of transportation, which often results in them losing their jobs because they can't get to work without a car. For what? A number on a breathalyzer. "DUI" is a misnomer; a more accurate name would be "Driving Over .08." Often there isn't even any evidence that they were driving unsafely. You can be sober and get a DUI. Many of these people have never caused an accident and never will, even if they continue to drive for the rest of their lives. Yet the government humiliates them, takes away their money, and sometimes takes away their ability to work. That's how these people are victims. Give them a break. "

" anotherguyinnapa, you are so far off base its ridiculous. NO ONE has the right to put other peoples lives in danger by being on the road after drinking. (just ask the lady who recently lost her legs).
The legal limit of .08 may seem low but that is the limit set by law. If you feel that strongly about the limit being too low, become an activist, gather the necissary data, and get it changed!
But remember, there has to be a limit and I agree we should error on the side of caution (ie keep it low). But dont ever think for a minute that a person with a DUI is a victim. You drink, dont drive. Its that simple. "

" Obviosly the current penalties for DUI are too weak. Almost 1/4 of the DUI's were above .20 (which is almost 3xs the legal limit). They should start making these folks spend community service hours telling others how bad DUI is. Or make them work off the hours by being a designated driver for others. "

" I agree with anotherguyinnapa. Sometimes people convicted of DUI are victims. They are not drunk and barely blow over a .08. I think there should be varying degrees of DUI's. Many people can drive with a .08 and are not even drunk or "buzzed." I own a breathalyzer and have blown a .08 in my home and not even felt like I drank. Having a DUI conviction on your record for 10 years is a little extreme. 10 years is way too long. how about 3-5. I do think people need to suffer the consequences when they are pulled over and are driving erratically ad especially if they harm others or themselves. This is a worn out subject but I'm sure there are a lot more tourists driving around the Wine Country during the day on the weekends than they have on this DUI list. Why not get the local highway patrol to bust these people on hwy 29? Just cause they're wine tasting, spending money, and not coming out of a bar doesn't excuse them from driving drunk does it? hell, a lot of them can probably afford it without it breaking the bank. "

" jeepracer10 has a briliant idea. punishment for DUI: give the drunks a ride home from the bar! (there are plenty of people who need a ride home) ride home is the solution, not a fine. put in a bus system, train, subway, subsidized taxi whatever...that's a solution that will work...
so before you start complaining, go to the bar and give these people a ride home...much more effective than putting everybody in jail... "

" How can they give people rides when they lose their license...i also agree that the punishment doesn't fit the crime. I think it ruins peoples lives and yes there are people that need to be off the road with no regard for human life, however having 1-2 beers at a barbeque could put you over the legal limit which is absolutely ridiculous. "

" Give me a break! If you are stopped by an officer and feel the "breathalyzer" test is wrong, request a blood test--that is, if you are "sober" enough to think of it!! I'm almost certain you have that right.
I also have a suggestion to offer: Anyone who is CONVICTED of drunk driving (NOT just "charged" with it)ought to be sentenced to personally view dead bodies of automobile accident victims at the morgue (if that’s possible). If it isn’t, then require them to watch a "slide show" of the very worst of the fatal accident photographs! Most if not all law enforcement agencies have them on file!
I agree with the "public service" aspect—but for heaven's sake, don't have them drive another drunk home from a bar!
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" So Napan, you're going to tell me that you have never been to a dinner, barbeque, ect and had 1-2 beers....Gimme a break...everyone has done it...it's a matter of luck if you don't get pulled over so give up your holier than now attitude "

" so, i'm reading all these comments and am shocked by the ignorance of people today. i myself have been charged with a DUI, so i can comment first hand on this topic. i felt my DUI was unfair at the time, but i also took responsibilty for my actions (drinking and driving) and am paying the fines and issues that come with it. if you decide to "have a few beers" at a BBQ and then drive, YOUR putting yourself and everyone else at risk. this is not a new law that jst became inforced, this law has been around for years. if you don't want the fines or driving record points, higher insureance or possible jail time,.............then don't drink and drive. "

" There is a difference between someone who had 2 glasses of wine with dinner and another who has no license, no insurance, a prior DUI and consumed a 12-pk of Bud. "

" Russ, yes indeed there is a difference, however and unfortunately whether you have 2 glasses of wine with dinner or consume a 12 pack, you will suffer the same consequences which is absolutely crazy! "

" "my point" so, what should the consequence be? a few beers vs a 12 pack? drinking is drinking. driving with no insurance and no license is a different issue. since you think it's crazy, what would be a logical limit for you? alcohol affect each person different- would a 95lb person who alcohol level is higher after 2 glasses of wine than someone who weight is 250 be let off because it was only 2 glasses? what about only 2 shots? give me a break- you can't put a reasonable limit on drinking. simple solution, DONT DRINK AND DRIVE!!!!!!! "

" Drinking only benefits the government...when it is manufactured, there is a tax. When you buy it, there is ANOTHER tax not to mention the tax on your body from this toxin. And then if you try to drive, the government extracts a THIRD tax in the form of a DUI. Just DON'T DRINK AT ALL PEOPLE! Unless you are at home and not going to drive anywhere. Think of all the money you will save. But then the government will just raise some other tax to make up for the drop in DUI revenue. Its SUCH a scam and yet the people are so stupid they just continuie to play in to the sticky yucky hands of government employees just doing their job by taking your money! Does not get much dumber than that... "

" C'mon, get honest,people! Drunks never think they can't drive! Denial is 'killer'! One drink is too many and ten isn't enough!
The law is there to save lives.Usually,the innocent are the victims,not the drunk. Wise up! "

" Well this list would be cut in half if our system was working and it wasn't allowing ILLEGAL immigrant to cross our borders. Has anyone noticed the Hispanic surnames listed here? I am willing to bet most of these listed here are NOT TAX-PAYING CITIZENS either. I am guessing they are collecing medicare benefits and social services at the taxpayers expense. Hmmm? ... and stupid people can't figure out why there is a problem with California being in debt and our school system not having any money... "

" I wonder how many illegals were deported because of this. I personally know that one on the list was deported. Tighter immigration laws and more enforcement the less crime for these people who don't pay attention to the laws in the first place. "