RID has been awarded Friend of the Court Status in U.S. Supreme Court and County and State Appeals courts, submitting Amicus Curiae briefs on behalf of victms' rights. We engage in no professional fund raising. RID exists solely to deter drunking driving, the binge drinking that precedes it, and to help victims regain hope and justice in their lives. While a large portion of the population in Utah doesn't drink alcohol. Chapters may become tax exempt non-profit organizations, or they can choose not to.
Local groups know the problem areas in their communities.
They are free to set their own programs and priorities. They may apply for grants for local projects, and obtain honorariums if the funds are available. RID carries no advertisements in our newsletter or bulletins. RID membership is open to the public. Governing Boards are independent of special interests, so do not have elected or appointed officials on them.