February 15, 2021
Nearly 200 motorists were arrested for impaired driving during the end-of-year-holiday crackdown period.
The Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning coordinates the âDrive Sober or Get Pulled Overâ effort, which is supported by federal traffic safety funds. Before and during the Christmas and New Yearâs Holidays, various agencies participate in the enforcement campaign with the goals of saving lives and decreasing crashes by stopping impaired drivers. The enforcement period ran from December 11th through January 1st and more than 90 law enforcement agencies took part.
OHSP Communications Specialist Dennis Raymo tells WHMI theyâre trying to put an end to drinking and driving that goes on during holiday periods. He says obviously they want to get impaired drivers off the roads but another concern is the amount of speeding taking place despite less travel and the pandemic. Raymo said the situation is much different
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On Thursday, Gov. Cuomo announced that state and local law enforcement agencies across New York will be stepping up patrols to crack down on impaired driving during the Super Bowl weekend.
The enforcement campaign will run from Friday, Feb. 5, through Monday, Feb. 8. This safety initiative is designed to reduce alcohol and drug-related traffic crashes, officials say. It is sponsored by STOP-DWI with funding from the Governor s Traffic Safety Committee. Super Bowl weekend is an exciting time of year, and I urge all New Yorkers to celebrate responsibly, Cuomo said. New York has zero-tolerance for impaired driving, and law enforcement will be on the road all weekend long to help keep New Yorkers safe. If you drink and drive, you will get caught, so avoid costly and potentially deadly consequences by planning for a safe ride home.
Law enforcement will show zero tolerance for those who drive drunk this weekend. Author: Tristan Lewis (KAGS) Updated: 10:26 PM CST February 3, 2021
BRYAN, Texas Whether you’re a Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan, a Kansas City Chiefs fan or just a fan of some good food during the Super Bowl, you probably have your plans set for Sunday. However, if you plan on drinking, do you already have a plan set for getting home safely?
“People are getting together with friends, they’re thinking they’re just having one or two [drinks] but impairment starts with that first drink, said Bobbi Brooks, the program manager for Watch UR BAC.