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Fresno Adds DUI Checkpoint, Patrol Officers for Super Bowl Weekend

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February 10, 2023

Fresno police remind Super Bowl fans to arrange a ride if you drink alcohol at a Super Bowl party on Sunday. (Shutterstock)

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Fresno police officers who conduct DUI checkpoints have a tip for sports fans, especially those watching Sunday’s Super Bowl: “There’s no DUI in TEAM.”

Their advice for anyone drinking at a Super Bowl party is to arrange a sober way to get home.

California’s “Go Safely” game plan page offers these tips:

Plan Ahead — Before you grab a drink, make sure you’ve got a designated sober driver.
Share a Ride — Have been drinking and don’t have a ride home? Use a bus, taxi, or ride-hailing service.
Keep Your Friends Safe — Don’t let your friends and relatives drive while impaired.

The Fresno Police Department says that it will have a DUI checkpoint and extra officers patrolling the streets during Super Bowl weekend.

And, remember, alcohol isn’t the only substance that impairs driving. Marijuana, prescription medications, and over-the-counter drugs may also impact your ability to drive safely.

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