DUI Checkpoints & Crime on the Road, Sobriety Checkpoints

The holiday season can be one of the deadliest and most dangerous times of the year due to an increase in impaired driving.  In December 2007, 992 people across the U.S. were killed in crashes that involved a drunk driver or motorcycle rider (operator) with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher –
 
That’s why the Medford Police Department is joining with National, State and local highway safety officials to remind everyone who will be celebrating during the Holidays that Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving and to never forget to plan a safe way home before the festivities begin.
 
The Medford Police Department will be out in force making sure drunk drivers are off the road.  No amount of good cheer will be able to save you from the consequences of drunk driving.  If we catch you, we will arrest you.  No exceptions. No excuses.
 
The consumption of alcohol, drugs and driving just don’t mix.  Whether you’ve had way too many or just one too many, it’s not worth the risk of killing yourself or someone else.  Don’t ever get behind a wheel of a vehicle when you are impaired.
 
Following these easy steps, a driver can enjoy a safe and festive holiday without jeopardizing their life and the lives of the others who may be on the road: 
 
Plan a safe way home before the festivities begin;
 
Before drinking,  please designate a sober driver and give that person your keys;
 
If you’re impaired, use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, or use public transportation so you are sure to get home safely;
 
§         Use your community’s Sober Rides program;
 
§         If you happen to see a drunk driver on the road, don’t hesitate to contact your local law enforcement;
 
 
And remember, if you know someone who is about to drive or ride while impaired, take their keys and help them make other arrangements to get to where they are going safely.
 
Saving lives on our roads is a top priority and we need everyone’s help to do it. This holiday season; don’t let your year end in an arrest—or even worse, death. Make smart decisions. Plan ahead, so you can assure a safe way home.
 
Drunk driving is just not worth the risk.  It is deadly serious and against the law.  Violators will be spending their money on bail, court, lawyers and towing fees instead of buying holiday presents for loved ones.  That’s not a great way to end the year.
 
Whether you’ve had way too many or just one too many, it’s not worth the risk.
 
For more information, please visit www.StopImpairedDriving.org.
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