Holiday Season to Remember – NA23133ti

Make This a Holiday Season to Remember:

Celebrate Responsibly with a “Go Safely” Game Plan
National “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Enforcement Campaign Begins December 13th

Wednesday, December 13
DUI Saturation Patrol from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. in Rampart Area
DUI Saturation Patrol from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. in Newton Area
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Roscoe Boulevard and White Oak Avenue

Thursday, December 14
DUI Saturation Patrol from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. in Newton Area

Friday, December 15
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at La Brea Avenue and Oakwood Avenue

Saturday, December 16
DUI Saturation Patrol from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. in Hollenbeck Area
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Roscoe Boulevard and White Oak Avenue

Sunday, December 17
DUI Saturation Patrol from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. in Foothill Area
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Pacific Avenue and 10th Street

Monday, December 18
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Tampa Avenue and Plummer Street

Wednesday, December 20
DUI Saturation Patrol from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. in Hollywood Area

Thursday, December 21
DUI Saturation Patrol from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. in Central Bureau
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Pacific Coast Highway and Figueroa Street

Friday, December 22
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Figueroa Street and 9th Street

Saturday, December 23
DUI Saturation Patrol from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. in Van Nuys Boulevard
DUI Saturation Patrol from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. in South Bureau
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Western Avenue and Venice Boulevard

Thursday, December 28
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Huntington Drive and Pueblo Street
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Marylee Street

Friday, December 29
DUI Saturation Patrol from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. in Central Bureau
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Victory Boulevard and Babcock Avenue
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Slauson Avenue and Hoover Street
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Sunset Boulevard and Orange Grove Avenue

Monday, January 1
DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at La Cienega Boulevard and Sawyer Street

The holiday season can be a dangerous time for people on the roads. In December 2021 alone, 1,013 people were killed in the United States in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) wants to remind the public of the dangers of driving impaired and celebrate the holiday season responsibly by not driving under the influence.

From December 13, 2023, through New Year’s Day, the LAPD will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The high-visibility enforcement effort is part of a national campaign, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, with the goal of stopping suspected impaired drivers who put others on the road at risk.

Commander Valenzuela, Commanding Officer, Traffic Group, said, “Impaired driving isn’t just dangerous, it’s illegal. Let’s make this a joyful and safe holiday season for everyone on the road. This enforcement period allows us to get the message out that it is essential to act responsibly and plan a sober ride home.”

The LAPD encourages everyone to stay in for the night or have a “go safely” game plan by scheduling a ride or designating a sober driver if you plan to consume alcohol. Impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Marijuana, prescription medications or over-the-counter drugs may also impair. Do your research and understand how certain drugs may affect your driving ability.

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.