DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Aug. 25 In Southwest Riverside County

SOUTHWEST RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CA — A DUI checkpoint operated by the California Highway Patrol is planned Friday in Southwest Riverside County.

The CHP Temecula Area office announced the checkpoint Thursday afternoon but did not disclose where in Southwest Riverside County, or at what time, the operation would take place.

Motorists approaching the checkpoint will see informational signs advising them that a sobriety checkpoint is ahead. Once diverted into the lane, motorists will be detained "only a few moments," the CHP explained.

Traffic volume permitting, all vehicles and driver's licenses will be checked, according to the agency.

"The CHP would like to remind the motoring public to always designate a driver," the agency said. "Having a sober driver is the safest thing to do."

In addition to alcohol and drugs, some prescription and over-the-counter medications can interfere with driving and lead to a DUI.