DUI Lookout for Memorial Day Weekend

Thursday, May 21st, 2009

Throughout Yolo County, law enforcement sends out a strong message to holiday travelers for Memorial Day Weekend that drinking and driving won’t be tolerated. California Highway Patrol (CHP) and Davis Police Department will be combining resources to form “Avoid the 8 DUI” task force on the road after the local festivities.

According to Davis Police Department’s Sgt. Ton Phan, “We’ll be looking for you if you’ll drink and drive. And if you’re over the .08 limit, you’ll be arrested.” The DUI task force will have a checkpoint this weekend. In addition, DUI Saturation Patrols will be roaming around. They advised the public to “immediately designate a sober driver even before the celebrations begin.”

This enforcement campaign will begin Friday night and will continue throughout the weekend. Meanwhile, CHP will be deploying 80% of available officers onto county roads and freeways within their jurisdiction. CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow said, “Memorial Day Weekend celebration can be safe for everyone. It’s all about planning ahead and making sound decisions before you head out on the road. For example, wearing seat belts and designating drivers who will not drink are good habits to have in order to avoid DUI. ”

Tags: CHP, Davis Police Department, drinking and driving, dui, DUI Saturation Patrols, Joe Farrow, law, Memorial Day Weekend, Sgt. Ton Phan, Yolo County
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