Friday DUI Checkpoint Planned For Temecula Area: CHP

TEMECULA, CA —A DUI Sobriety Checkpoint is slated for Friday evening, according to the California Highway Patrol.

"Temecula area will conduct a sobriety/driver license checkpoint in the unincorporated area of Southwest Riverside County," Officer Mike Lassig said.

The exact location of the checkpoint was not revealed; however, a designated driver or rideshare for all motorists on Friday after Temecula-area high school graduation was recommended.

"Motorists approaching the checkpoint will see informational signs advising them that a sobriety checkpoint is ahead. Once diverted into the lane, motorists will be detained for only a few moments while an officer explains the purpose of the checkpoint and checks their driver license.

"CHP sobriety checkpoints are conducted in accordance with the guidelines for checkpoint operations outlined in the California Supreme Court decision, Ingersoll vs. Palmer. Traffic volume permitting, all vehicles will be checked.

"The CHP would like to remind the motoring public always to designate a driver. Having a sober driver is the safest thing to do," according to Lassig.

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