On May 8, 2026, the Eureka Police Department (EPD) conducted a Driver’s License and DUI checkpoint in the
area of Broadway and Fifth Street. The checkpoint was in operation from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Due to the time required to obtain and verify final statistical information from the operation, there was a
delay in releasing the results of this checkpoint operation.
During the operation, 606 vehicles passed through the checkpoint and officers conducted 44 enforcement
stops. Officers administered four field sobriety tests, resulting in one arrest for driving under the influence.
Officers also cited three drivers for operating a vehicle with a suspended license and arrested one driver for
driving on a suspended license. One vehicle was towed.
At the beginning of the checkpoint, one subject was walking in the roadway and obstructing the checkpoint.
That subject was taken into custody for public intoxication.
In addition to the DUI-related enforcement, one subject was arrested for obstruction and failure to obey a
peace officer. EPD would like to remind the public that pursuant to California Vehicle Code section 2814.2, it is
unlawful to intentionally avoid or fail to comply with lawful inspection procedures at a sobriety checkpoint
once directed by officers. Drivers may legally turn away prior to entering a checkpoint if done lawfully and
without violating traffic laws; however, once a vehicle enters the checkpoint, the driver must comply with
lawful instructions from officers.
The checkpoint was funded through a grant provided by the California Highway Patrol’s Cannabis Tax Fund
Grant Program. Grant funding supports ongoing efforts to improve roadway safety, reduce impaired driving,
and prevent traffic-related injuries throughout the community.
EPD encourages motorists to make responsible choices before getting behind the wheel. If you plan to drink or
use impairing substances, arrange for a sober driver, rideshare, taxi, or other safe transportation option. Safe
driving decisions help protect everyone on the road.
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