{"id":24970,"date":"2015-07-03T22:15:02","date_gmt":"2015-07-03T22:15:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viconsortium.com\/?p=24970"},"modified":"2015-07-04T11:35:22","modified_gmt":"2015-07-04T11:35:22","slug":"vipd-warns-against-bad-behavior-during-july-4-weekend-zero-tolerance-for-criminal-activity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/wp.viconsortium.com\/?p=24970","title":{"rendered":"VIPD Warns Against Bad Behavior During July 4 Weekend, &#8216;Zero Tolerance&#8217; For Criminal Activity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>ST. CROIX &#8212; The Virgin Islands Police Department has issued a press release making known that it expects residents to carry themselves in a respectable manner during the July 4 weekend, all while enjoying the festivities ongoing throughout the territory.<\/p>\n<p>According to the release, residents should adhere to the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Do not drink and drive. Please never get behind the wheel if you have been drinking \u2013 you are<br \/>\ngambling with your life and the lives of others if you take this chance.<\/li>\n<li>Buckle up, and drive safely. Seat belts save lives and help prevent injuries. Also, make sure kids are<br \/>\nin the proper car or booster seats.<\/li>\n<li>Observe speed limits, including lower speeds in work zones. Stay focused on the road and be aware<br \/>\nof changing traffic patterns caused by construction.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid distracted driving. When the entire family is traveling in the car, the opportunity for<br \/>\ndistraction is multiplied. Remember to put the phone down, and never text while driving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The VIPD also urges those intent on readying fireworks for their celebrations to never attempt to setup alone; never try to light multiple fireworks in tandem; the fireworks should always be lit on ground that is dry and fire resistant; always keep near a portable fire extinguisher as well as a water hose or water bucket; and children should never be permitted to handle fireworks or sparklers.<\/p>\n<p>For those intent on participating in criminal activity, VIPD says they should &#8220;think twice,&#8221; as the force will be &#8220;extra vigilant&#8221; during the season with a &#8220;zero tolerance&#8221; for misbehavior.<\/p>\n<p>Motorcyclists are being asked to wear helmets when riding, and license plates of said vehicles should be visible at all times. All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) are not permitted on the territory&#8217;s roads and will be impounded on first sighting.<\/p>\n<p>Lastly, the VIPD is asking that business owners adhere to Noise Ordinance laws and adults with children are asked to be with those 16 and under at all times after 10:00 p.m.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ST. CROIX &#8212; The Virgin Islands Police Department has issued a press release making known that it expects residents to carry themselves in a respectable manner during the July 4 weekend, all while enjoying the festivities ongoing throughout the territory. According to the release, residents should adhere to the following: Do not drink and drive. 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