Police To Run Sobriety Checkpoint on Friday Night

There will be a sobriety checkpoint Friday night, May 15, conducted by the Fairfax County Police Department in the Sully Police District. The district runs from Dulles Airport down to the town of Clifton (check out the map here), and includes Chantilly, Centreville and Fairfax Station.

Sobriety checkpoints are one tool that police use to make sure drivers are not consuming alcohol and getting behind the wheel. Along with publicity and awareness, checkpoints have proven to be effective in the fight against drunk driving, according to the Fairfax County police. Each week, hundreds of motorists pass through checkpoints and many are screened for alcohol use.

The Fairfax County police also participate in a region-wide public awareness program, Checkpoint Strikeforce. Learn more by clicking here.