(Colorado)—The Colorado State Patrol will conduct multiple sobriety checkpoints this summer, beginning with two checkpoints this June. Checkpoint locations will be chosen based on the history of DUI crashes and arrests. One in three fatal vehicle crashes in Colorado involves an impaired driver.
The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by discouraging motorists from driving impaired. Through high-visibility, responsible driving enforcement events, troopers will also address those who make the poor decision to drive intoxicated.
During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
Alamosa County Checkpoint
1315 17th Street, Alamosa
June 14
6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Douglas County Checkpoint
E470 – Toll Plaza A
June 20 -June 21
9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
The Colorado State Patrol 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 vehicle. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is also illegal.
If you plan on drinking, taking medications, or impairing substances that may impact your ability to drive safely, plan on staying at home or making a plan for a rideshare, public transportation, or a designated driver. If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact the Colorado State Patrol at *CSP (*277). Drivers who are caught driving impaired can expect the impact of a DUI arrest to include jail time, fines, fees, DUI classes, and other expenses that can exceed $13,000, not to mention the social consequences when friends, family, colleagues and employers find out.
Troopers continue to take a low-tolerance approach to the top fatal crash factors, including impaired driving. The Colorado State Patrol reminds motorists to plan for a sober ride, drive at the speed limit, and control their lane position based on their current driving environment.
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