The Effectiveness of Deterrence-Based Interventions for Reducing DUIA Recidivism: An Umbrella Review

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Abstract

Driving under the influence of alcohol (DUIA) remains a significant public safety concern worldwide. Most countries use deterrence-based interventions—such as sentencing, fines, sobriety checkpoints, and ignition interlocks—to mitigate this issue. However, the inconsistency in the literature highlights a gap in understanding the effectiveness of these deterrence-based interventions for reducing DUIA recidivism. This umbrella review (UR) aims to synthesize and evaluate the effectiveness of deterrence-based interventions in reducing DUIA recidivism. A comprehensive search strategy will be employed, utilizing various academic databases and grey literature sources. The Population, Intervention, Comparator, Outcome (PICO) approach will guide the inclusion criteria. The critical appraisal will involve data mapping based on three main intervention categories: punishment, law enforcement, and monitoring. Each domain will be evaluated using the GRADE approach for certainty of evidence, AMSTAR 2 for quality assessment, and PRISMA 2020 for reporting quality. Data analysis will utilize a narrative approach, describing evidence for interventions and outcomes within each domain. This UR addresses a notable gap in the literature regarding the effectiveness of deterrence-based interventions on DUIA recidivism. It aims to provide comprehensive insights into effective strategies for reducing DUIA recidivism by synthesizing evidence from systematic reviews and meta-analyses in both English and Chinese.

Authors

• Tzu-Hao Wu, Georgia State University

• Eric Leo Sevigny, Georgia State University