News From Terre Haute, Indiana

July 27, 2010

Indiana State Police to conduct DUI checkpoint in Vigo

Staff Writer
The Tribune-Star

TERRE HAUTE — Indiana State Police troopers will be conducting a DUI checkpoint in Vigo County this weekend. Officers will be observing for impaired drivers.

To expedite the time involved if you are stopped at the checkpoint, drivers are asked to have their driver’s license and registration ready to present to the officer. If no violations or impairment are detected by the officer, motorists should only be delayed a few minutes.

The purpose of the sobriety checkpoints is to remove those motorists from the highways who are alcohol- and/or drug-impaired and who pose a danger to all who use the roadways.  Impaired drivers are responsible for billions of dollars in property damage, personal injury and death annually.  

To report an impaired driver, contact your local law enforcement agency or dial 911. Reports can be made anonymously.