FARGO (KFGO) – Law enforcement agencies across North Dakota will increase patrols starting Friday, Aug. 14, as part of the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement campaign.
The campaign, which runs through Sept. 7, aims to remove impaired drivers from roadways and prevent alcohol- and drug-related crashes during one of the year’s busiest travel periods.
Throughout the three-week period, officers will be monitoring roads for drivers under the influence of alcohol, drugs or a combination of both.
“Everyone has a role in preventing impaired driving,” Traill County Sheriff Steve Hunt said. “If someone you know has been drinking or using drugs, help them make a safe choice by offering a ride or helping them find one.”
Traffic safety officials remind motorists that even minor impairment slows reaction times, reduces coordination and impairs driving judgment. Officials encourage drivers to plan ahead before consuming alcohol or drugs by designating a sober driver, arranging a ride with friends or family, or using a rideshare service.
The enforcement initiative is part of North Dakota’s Vision Zero strategy, which aims to eliminate traffic fatalities and severe injuries statewide. Residents are also encouraged to visit the North Dakota Crash Memorial Wall to honor lives lost in motor vehicle crashes across the state.
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