Due to the recent $15,000 a year pay raise for KSP sworn personnel and tireless efforts from the recruitment branch, sworn numbers for the agency have increased, as well as the number of cadets in the new class. KSP now employs 899 troopers, which is an increase of approximately 22% from 736 troopers in Nov. 2021.
For those under 21, a 0.02 blood-alcohol content level, or BAC, is the minimum threshold to be charged with driving under the influence, and those found guilty are either fined between $100 and $500 or sentenced to 20 hours of community service.
"Kentucky's working families are struggling to keep up with the rising costs of basic necessities, while wages have remained stagnant. Incremental minimum wage increases are crucial to ensure that hardworking Kentuckians can earn a livable wage and build a brighter future for themselves and their communities."
The Cats had a rapid fall from being No. 4 in the preseason poll, but reeled off wins over Mississippi State, No. 23 Tennessee, Florida and Auburn in the past two weeks.