California Highway Patrol Enforcing Intense DUI Crackdown
Sobriety checkpoints will be in full force this Memorial Day weekend by CHP and law enforcement in a multi-agency “Avoid DUI Campaign.”
Jason King, a San Diego County Sheriff’s and campaign spokesman said that from 6:00pm on Friday through Monday at midnight, more police officers will be on the lookout for drunk drivers in the areas of San Diego, Encinitas, Escondido, Coronado, and National City.
In the unincorporated areas of San Diego, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, San Marcos, Vista and Imperial Beach, Sheriff’s deputies will be out in full force as well trying to stop drivers from DUI.
According to King, 80 percent of all California Highway Patrol officers will be on duty to stop people from driving under the influence.
Driving Under the Influence in San Diego County
In California, it is unlawful for any person to drive a vehicle while under the influence of any kind of alcoholic beverage or drug.
If you have 0.08 percent or more, by weight, blood alcohol concentration, you will be charged with DUI or driving while intoxicated if arrested. You may face a fine and jail time if convicted.
DUI Crackdown Expected For Holiday Weekend, San Diego News10.com, May 22, 2009
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