State Police Participate in "Drunk Driving. Over The Limit. Under Arrest." Mobilization

From August 17, 2007 through September 3, 2007, the Massachusetts State Police and more than 230 local police departments will participate in the national mobilization " Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest." The Executive Office of Public Safety and Security has provided $515,000 in funding to state and local police for this initiative. State Police will provide approximately 480 extra patrols and conduct 5 sobriety checkpoints in conjunction with local police throughout the Commonwealth during this two week enforcement period.

The Massachusetts State Police and local police are determined to reduce the number of impaired driving related crashes on the roadways of the Commonwealth. Each impaired operator arrested is one less impaired operator whose actions could potentially harm innocent travelers.

It is important to note that in addition to the enforcement efforts, the State Police are also trying to further educate the public about the dangers of impaired driving. One important reminder is that the best defense against a drunk driver is to always wear a safety belt.

Always remember:

• Choose a sober, designated driver;
• Use mass transit, call a taxicab, or ask a friend to drive you home;
• Always wear your safety belt.

If you are traveling on the roadways and observe someone you believe is impaired or operating dangerously, contact the State Police by dialing 911 on your cell phone.

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