Nevada law enforcement to focus on impaired drivers now through Sunday
Law enforcement officers statewide will be Joining Forces with increased patrols efforts on the lookout for impaired drivers and riders from Monday, May 1 through Sunday, May 7. Making the decision to drive impaired can quickly turn a good time into a bad time with lasting consequences.
If drinking is involved, be sure to plan ahead and designate a sober driver or find a sober ride from a friend or a taxi. Impaired driving not only puts your life and the lives of others in danger, the cost of driving under the influence is high. The average estimated cost of a DUI when legal fees, court fines and higher insurance rates are considered is over $10,000.
The message is: “If you drive impaired, you are endangering everyone, including yourself. Alcohol, marijuana, prescription meds, doesn’t matter. Even buzzed driving is drunk driving. Get a designated driver. Take the bus. Call a taxi or Uber."
Law enforcement officers encourage motorists to call 911 if they witness drivers or riders that may be impaired.