Ames and ISU police departments, along with the Iowa Motor Vehicle Enforcement officers, checked party buses in the Ames area to make sure they were compliant with Iowa laws.

The checks were conducted because “party buses have been reported to be the source of binge drinking, underage alcohol consumption and sexual assaults,” according to a press release from the Ames Police Department. 

A total of nine buses and one limousine were checked. According to the press release, the majority of the vehicles were only occupied by the driver of the vehicles when officers made contact.

• One driver was cited for speeding and a USDOT Number violation.
• One passenger was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. 
• One driver was cited for an exhaust violation and the bus taken out of service.