The Eureka Police Department (EPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License
checkpoint on Tuesday, March 17th, from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., at a location within the city limits of Eureka.
The specific location will not be disclosed in advance.
The primary purpose of the checkpoint is to promote public safety by deterring impaired driving, raising
awareness, and removing suspected impaired drivers from the roadway. Officers will be looking for drivers
impaired by alcohol, cannabis, illicit drugs, or prescription medications that may affect their ability to safely
operate a vehicle.
What Drivers Can Expect
Vehicles will be stopped in a neutral, predetermined sequence
Drivers will be briefly contacted by officers trained in DUI detection
Field sobriety tests may be conducted when appropriate
Delays to motorists are expected to be minimal
Safety Reminders
Plan ahead: designate a sober driver, use public transportation, a rideshare service, or call a taxi
If you see a driver you suspect to be impaired, call 9-1-1
Medications, including some over-the-counter and prescription drugs, can impair driving ability, always
read warning labels and consult your doctor or pharmacist
Driving while impaired is not worth the risk. A DUI arrest can result in jail time, license suspension, and
significant fines and fees.
This operation is funded by a grant from the California Highway Patrol through the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant
Program.
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