San Diego DUI Checkpoints Net 13 Arrests
San Diego DUI Checkpoints that were set up to catch motorists suspected of DUI and those who were driving without a license or on an expired license netted 13 drivers for allegedly driving under the influence.
The DUI checkpoint ran in Coronado from Saturday night into Sunday morning. Police officers along with the Sheriff’s Department that participated in the DUI checkpoint were from Coronado, San Diego, National City, and Chula Vista.
The Escondido DUI checkpoint ran from Friday at 6:00p.m. to 1:00 a.m. on Saturday. There were 2132 cars that came through the DUI checkpoint took place at East El Norte Parkway and Ash Street, according to Police Lt. Christopher Winn.
Officers arrested six motorists for suspicion of driving under the influence. A parolee was arrested for allegedly driving a stolen vehicle, while one motorist was arrested for false documents and another arrested on suspicion of being drunk in public. 42 people who were driving without a license or uninsured had their cars impounded.
Driving Under the Influence in San Diego County
Driving under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug in California is against the law.
If you have 0.08 percent or more by weight, of alcohol in your blood, you will be charged with a DUI if apprehended. You could be facing fines and jail time if convicted.
DUI checkpoints nab 13 suspects, San Diego News Network, January 31, 2010
Web Related Resources
California DMV on California Laws regarding driving under the influence
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