Nationwide Crackdown on Drunk Driving Now Through Labor Day
Between August 20 and September 6, states across the country are joining forces to crack down on drunk driving in an initiative called “Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest” according to the Governors Highway Safety Association.
Driving drunk in California (defined as having a blood alcohol concentration level of .08 or higher) is illegal and the same goes for the rest of the nation. Drunk driving patrols will be on high alert and laws will be strictly enforced over the holiday weekend, a time in which drunk driving is typically on the rise. Law enforcement is expected to be looking out for driving practices that they believe a drunk driver would display, such as lane changes without the use of turn signal, swerving, speeding, and others.
In California, the California Highway Patrol and local agencies are operating the California Avoid DUI campaign between now and September 6. As part of the campaign, law enforcement will be operating 200 DUI checkpoints, roving DUI saturation patrols, and many multi-agency DUI task force operations. Also, warrant and probation sweeps will be targeting repeat offenders. Law enforcement will also run sting operations to find DUI suspects who disobey court orders against driving. Over 450 California agencies will be taking part in the operation.
The consequences of a drunk driving conviction can be serious, making a wrongful conviction all the more devastating. DUIs can be detrimental to careers and families for years to come. If you or a loved one has received a Los Angeles DUI, don’t delay any longer in contacting an experienced Los Angeles DUI attorney who can help you protect your rights. The team at the Law Offices of Lawrence Wolf has extensive experience in helping individuals navigate the legal consequences of receiving a DUI. Contact our team today at (310) 277-1707 for a free consultation.
