Legislative panel sounds wake-up call on drowsy driving

Education, penalties considered

By John C. Drake

Globe Staff / November 7, 2008

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When a drowsy driver starts resorting to turning up the car radio and cracking the window to try to stay awake, it is a sign that the motorist should not be behind the wheel, a researcher yesterday told a state committee considering whether to beef up laws to address the dangers of falling asleep on the road. (Full article: 623 words)