Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over

Arkansas State Police released a statement yesterday notifying the public that they will intensify their patrols across 16-thousand miles of Arkansas highway during the upcoming July 4th holiday. The stepped-up patrol presence by state troopers and local law enforcement authorities is part of a statewide Drive Sober or Get Pulled-Over enforcement operation supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Beginning as early as Friday July 2nd, thousands of Arkansans will begin travelling to join friends and families celebrating the nation’s birthday. The unified presence of law enforcement across the state is intended to protect travelers from the deadly threat of drunk drivers. Colonel Bill Bryant Director of the Arkansas State Police said, “Our state troopers want everyone to celebrate and enjoy the Fourth of July holiday, but they want safe and sober drivers on the roads. The troopers won’t accept excuses, and if you’re caught drinking and driving, you’ll be arrested.” The Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office advocates the idea of celebrating, but with good planning such as the following:

Have a designated sober driver 

If you don’t have a designated driver call someone who can drive you home

If you know someone who is about to drive while impaired, take their keys and help them make other arrangements.

Buckle up, always. Your seat belt is your best defense against a drunk driver.

Always call 9-1-1 if you see a drunk driver on the road. Don’t lose your independence on independence day, and don’t be a deadly risk to yourself and other innocent people. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.