DON’T DRIVE IF YOU’RE TIPSY, BUZZED, OR BLITZEN THIS
HOLIDAY SEASON!
State launches DUI holiday campaign as Heat Is On crackdown continues
STATEWIDE — It’s
that time of year again! Holiday shopping, parties, family gatherings, and
other activities keep us on our toes and constantly entertained. During many of
these festivities, alcohol is served. The Colorado Department of Transportation
(CDOT), Colorado State Patrol (CSP), and local law enforcement agencies
statewide want to remind everyone to plan ahead this holiday season with a
sober designated driver. A holiday Heat Is On DUI crackdown continues across
the state with increased patrols through New Year’s Day.
“If celebrating with alcohol this
holiday season, it’s a fact that every single injury and death caused by drunk
driving is totally preventable,” said Colonel James Wolfinbarger, Chief of the
Colorado State Patrol. “Make smart driving choices by always arranging ahead of
time for a sober ride home by public transportation or having a designated
driver. Don't ever let your friends drive drunk. Take their keys, have them
stay the night, call a cab, or do whatever else is necessary - but don't let
them drive! And always remember to buckle up.”
Preliminary reports show there were six
fatalities over the past Thanksgiving holiday weekend, four of which were
reported as resulting from suspected alcohol/drug use. Additionally, law
enforcement agencies made more than 535 DUI arrests during the most recent
enforcement period. Last year, there were 45 fatalities on Colorado roadways
during the holiday season; 15 of those were alcohol-related. There were also
more than 1,680 Coloradans arrested for a DUI from Thanksgiving to New Year’s.
“We want everyone to enjoy a safe and
happy holiday season,” said CDOT Executive Direct Don Hunt. “By planning ahead motorists
can embrace the spirit of the holidays responsibly and safely.”
MillerCoors, the Regional
Transportation District (RTD), Colorado State Patrol, and other law enforcement
agencies are all working with CDOT to help distribute holiday impaired driving
prevention messages. Among those messages is the fact that it’s not too early
to start planning for transportation on New Year’s Eve. MillerCoors will be
offering $10 cab vouchers in Fort Collins and Greeley and working in
partnership with NO DUI Colorado program in Colorado Springs and RTD is
offering free bus and light rail service on New Year’s Eve from 7 p.m. until 6
a.m. on New Year’s Day. Visit RTD Denver for more information at http://www.rtd-denver.com.
The average DUI in Colorado can cost
up to $10,270, loss of your driver’s license for up to a year and your freedom.
Plan Ahead this holiday season to avoid a costly result. Overnight parking
locations, sober ride information, holiday planning party tips, and
downloadable materials can be found at www.PlanAheadColorado.com. A
special thank you goes to the Texas Department of Transportation for allowing
CDOT to use its holiday creative materials on the website.
To receive real-time updates about
road conditions in your area, visit www.coloradodot.info
and click on the green cell phone icon in the upper right hand corner of the
page. Information about weekly lane closures will be available at www.coloradodot.info/travel/scheduled-lane-closures.html.
Live road conditions are available at www.cotrip.org
or by calling 511 from anywhere in the state. Updates are also available via
Twitter @coloradodot and be sure to “Like” our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/coloradodot.
Holiday season has a high risk of DUI accidents because of the parties and activities everywhere. Parents should aware their children during this day to avoid charges and penalties of DUI and minimize stress. Having DUI charges is not an easy thing to go through. To avoid hassle and stress consult DUI lawyer for more help.
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