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Police in St. Mary’s County to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint on Friday, December 6, 2024

To mitigate alcohol-related accidents and their devastating consequences, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office (SMCSO) will conduct a roadside sobriety checkpoint in the vicinity of California, MD, on Friday evening, December 6, 2024. Deputies will evaluate drivers for signs of alcohol or drug impairment. SMCSO recognizes that roadside sobriety checkpoints are highly visible and effective tools to combat impaired driving behavior. Providing advance notice of these checkpoints discourages impaired driving, raises awareness about the critical importance of refraining from driving under the influence, and is legally mandated for the checkpoint to be valid. If you plan to drink, use a designated driver or a ride-sharing service. Doing so ensures the safety of both you and others on the road According to Maryland Zero Deaths Crash Data Information (this includes open investigations and are subject to change) Impaired meaning Impairment Suspected or Determined Persons who are fatally injured in an incident involving a motor vehicle where at least one driver was reported to be under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. As of December 4th, 2024, Data shows Calvert County having 13 fatal crashes with 7 being impaired, Charles County having 29 fatal crashes with 34 fatalities with 16 being impaired, […]

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