Los Angeles Police Department to Conduct DUI Checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols NA22024ah

Los Angeles Police Department to Conduct DUI Checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols

Wednesday, April 13

DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m at La Brea Avenue and Oakwood Avenue

Thursday, April 14

DUI Saturation Patrol from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. in Northeast Area

Friday, April 15

DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Fairfax Avenue and Colgate Avenue

DUI Saturation Patrol from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. in South Bureau area

Saturday, April 16

DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Imperial Highway and Main Street

DUI Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Cahuenga Boulevard and Broadlawn Drive

Sunday, April 17

DUI Saturation Patrol from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.in West Valley Area

Note: Locations of the checkpoints are subject to change or cancelation.

Checkpoint locations are chosen based on a history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests, but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired. During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

As the state continues to work to stop the spread of COVID-19, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is committed to keeping the public safe.

The LAPD reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications or over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. Always follow directions for use and read warning labels about driving or “operating heavy machinery,” which includes driving a car. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal.

If you plan on drinking or taking medications that may impact your ability to drive safely, plan on staying at home. Drivers charged with DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.

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