The Calvert County Sheriff’s Workplace together with Troopers from the Maryland State Police will likely be conducting a roadside sobriety checkpoint on the night of Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021.
The first objective of checkpoints is to not make arrests, however to advertise public security by deterring drivers from driving impaired.
The Calvert County Sheriff’s Workplace is dedicated to protecting the general public and our space roadways protected. CCSO reminds the general public that impaired driving isn’t just from alcohol. Some prescription medicines and/or over-the-counter medication might intervene with driving. All the time observe instructions to be used and skim warning labels about driving or ”working heavy equipment,” which incorporates driving a automotive. Whereas medicinal marijuana is authorized, driving underneath the affect of marijuana is prohibited.
Sheriff Mike Evans advises residents to drive sober or organize for a sober driver.
Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face a mean of $13,500 in fines and penalties, in addition to a suspended license.
