Full Notification

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                  December 20, 2021
Sgt. Solve Loken, 310-253-6260, [email protected]

Don’t Let the Drunk, or “High”, Drive: Celebrate the Holiday Season Responsibly
National “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Enforcement Campaign Begins Dec. 15
Culver City, Calif. – This holiday season, the Culver City Police Department reminds the public to celebrate the holiday season responsibly by not driving under the influence.

The the Culver City Police Department is committed to keeping our community safe and encourages everyone to stay home for the night, or use a designated sober driver, if you use alcohol, marijuana, prescription, or over-the-counter drugs that may impair your ability to drive.

From Dec. 15 through New Year’s Day, the Culver City Police Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The extra enforcement effort is part of a national campaign, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, with the goal of stopping suspected impaired drivers who put others on the road at risk.

“When it comes to consuming drugs and/or alcohol and driving, there is a right and wrong choice,” Police Chief Manuel Cid said. “Make the right choice by not driving impaired, so that everyone is able to safely enjoy the holidays.”

Impaired driving is not just a result of drinking alcohol. If you are taking any drugs, prescription or otherwise, do your research to understand how these drugs may affect your ability to drive safely.

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.