Brawley PD to hold DUI checkpoint later this week

BRAWLEY, Calif. (KYMA) - The Brawley Police Department (BPD) is holding DUI checkpoint Friday night.

According to a press release, the checkpoint is taking place from 8 p.m. to midnight at an undisclosed location, and it is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.

"Drivers under the influence create serious dangers for everyone on the road," said Interim Police Chief Jonathan Blackstone. "Taking proactive steps to prevent impaired driving helps keep our streets safer for the entire community."

BPD says impaired driving is not just alcohol, but some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs that may interfere with driving.

While medicinal and recreational marijuana is legal, BPD says driving under the influence of marijuana is not legal.

BPD also says drivers charged with a first-time DUI can face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, and a suspended license.

To learn more about this, read the press release below.