'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' Campaign is Underway

The Maine Bureau of Highway Safety and local law enforcement agencies have kicked off their annual “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.

It’s a statewide effort to deter impaired driving and runs through New Year’s Day.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says, “There are countless consequences for driving drunk. This December — and every month — choose SAFETY.”

Safe driving begins with responsible choices:

• Remember that it is never okay to drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
• Designate a sober driver, plan to stay where you are, or plan to use public transportation/ ride service to get home safely.
• Do you have a friend or family member who is about to drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs? Please, take the keys away and help that person plan to get back home safely.
• Watch out for possible impaired drivers on Maine roadways. If you see an impaired driver on the road, call 9-1-1 or contact your local police department immediately.
• With less daylight hours, be more cautious of pedestrians, animals, and other motorists when you get behind the wheel.