The Fresno Police Department will conduct DUI patrols on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, targeting impaired drivers and reminding the public of legal consequences. (GV Wire File)
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Fresno police will conduct DUI patrols on Saturday from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., targeting drivers suspected of driving under the influence, the department said in a news release.
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Authorities remind the public that impaired driving includes not only alcohol but also certain prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and marijuana.
While marijuana use is legal in California, driving under its influence remains against the law.
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Authorities want to remind the public that first-time DUI offenders face steep consequences, including an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties and a suspended license.
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