Politics & Government
City Of Berkeley: The Berkeley Police Department Encourages Safe St. Patrick's Day Celebrations
Additional officers will be on patrol March 17 looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
March 14, 2022
Berkeley, California (Monday, March 14, 2022) - This St. Patrick’s Day, the Berkeley Police Department will be on alert for suspected impaired drivers and reminds the community to celebrate the holiday responsibly.
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Additional officers will be on patrol March 17 looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
“Have a game plan before you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day,” Berkeley Police Department, Lt. Jen Tate said. “Designate a sober driver or make other plans to get home safely.”
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During the 2019 St. Patrick’s Day holiday period, nearly half of all traffic deaths throughout the country involved a drunk driver.
The Berkeley Police Department, would like to remind the community that alcohol is not the only substance that can cause impairment. Cannabis, prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and illegal drugs can all lead to a DUI.
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