San Rafael Police Department To Hold DUI Checkpoint On July 2

Press release from the San Rafael Police Department:

June 28, 2021

San Rafael, CA – The San Rafael Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint Friday, July 2nd from 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM at an undisclosed location within San Rafael. This DUI Checkpoint is part of the NHTSA Independence Day DUI Campaign.

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.

The San Rafael Police Department is committed to keeping the traveling public safe, especially during this Fourth of July weekend. We want everyone to enjoy the holiday safely.

“The safety of our community is and always will be our mission,” Lieutenant Todd Berringer said. “We are looking for impaired drivers because driving under the influence is dangerous and puts others on the road at risk.”

SRPD 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.

This press release was produced by the San Rafael Police Department. The views expressed here are the author’s own.