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Here Are The DUI Checkpoints For Super Bowl Weekend
Super Bowl is upon us (Photo by Steve Cukrov via Shutterstock)
Whether you're cheering on the Patriots or Seahawks this Super Bowl weekend, keep in mind that you might want to think twice before getting behind the wheel after throwing back a few brewskies. Police will be cracking down on inebriated drivers all weekend long throughout L.A.
While some people think that releasing DUI checkpoints and saturation patrols allow drunk drivers to get away with their dangerous choices, research shows that publicizing these checkpoints actually helps reduce the number of drunk drivers on the road.
So, if you're planning on drinking, take public transportation or get a ride from a cab or ride-sharing service. AAA is also offering their Tipsy Tow service on Sunday, Feb. 1 from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., where you can get your car towed home for free for up to seven miles. All you have to do is call 1-800-400-4AAA and say to the operator, "I need a Tipsy Tow."
Here are the DUI checkpoints and saturation patrols this weekend:
Friday, Jan. 30
-Sobriety/Driver License Checkpoint from 8 P.M. to 2 A.M. on Lankershim Boulevard at Vanowen Street in North Hollywood.
-Sobriety/Driver License Checkpoint from 10 P.M. to 4 A.M. on Hollywood Boulevard at Gower Street in Hollywood.
Saturday, Jan. 31
-Sobriety/Driver License Checkpoint from 7 P.M. to 1 A.M. on Western Avenue at Slauson -Avenue in 77th Street Area.
-Sobriety/Driver License Checkpoint from 8 P.M. to 2 A.M. on Oxnard Street at Laurel -Canyon Boulevard in North Hollywood.
-Sobriety/Driver License Checkpoint from 8 P.M. to 2 A.M. on Cahuenga Boulevard at -Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood.
Sunday, Feb. 1
-DUI Saturation Patrol from 4 P.M. to 12 A.M. in Central Bureau.
-DUI Saturation Patrol from 5 P.M. to 1 A.M. in Topanga area.
-DUI Saturation Patrol from 5 P.M. to 1 A.M. in 77th Street area.
-DUI Saturation Patrol from 7 P.M. to 3 A.M. in Wilshire area.
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