Temecula Area DUI Checkpoint Announced

TEMECULA, CA — Temecula area CHP officers will staff a DUI/driver's license checkpoint this weekend in the unincorporated area of Southwest Riverside County, officials announced. The operation is slated for Saturday night.

"Motorists approaching the checkpoint will see informational signs advising them that a sobriety checkpoint is ahead," CHP Officer Mike Lassig said in a news release. "Once diverted into the lane, motorists will be detained only a few moments while an officer explains the purpose of the checkpoint and checks their driver license. "

Lassig urged all motorists to appoint a sober driver.

Funding for the operation comes from state and federal grants.