Carson City Sheriff's Office doubles up DUI patrol now through end of October
Over the next two weeks, residents can expect to see double the normal law enforcement presence around the area. Carson City Sheriff’s Office is Joining Forces with law enforcement agencies statewide to crack down on impaired driving, and has an important message for the public: if you’ll be drinking, designate a sober driver, and if you drive impaired, you will be arrested.
Nevada Day is fast approaching. The Carson City Sheriff’s Office would like to remind the public to celebrate safely and responsibly. Deputies will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment with deputies checking drivers for proper licensing delaying motorists only momentarily. When possible, specially trained officers will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving, which now accounts for a growing number of impaired driving crashes.
Increasing law enforcement presence during these weeks supports the overall state goal of reaching Zero Fatalities. Carson City residents can help us reach that goal by following these safety guidelines:
— Designate a sober driver before drinking;
— Use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member or use public transportation if impaired;
— Take advantage of local sober ride programs;
— Call 911 if a drunk driver is spotted on the road;
— Take the keys or assist in making other arrangements for someone who is about to drive or ride while impaired.
Joining Forces enforcement is paid for by Nevada-Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety.
Go here for resources and laws pertaining to impaired driving and riding.