Sobriety Checkpoint Targets Impaired MOCO Drivers Overnight

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD — A sobriety checkpoint will target impaired drivers Friday night in Montgomery County, police warned.

Authorities did not disclose the location where the checkpoint will operate. It will begin about 10 p.m.

Officers will focus enforcement on impaired driving laws.

Maryland drivers found guilty of driving under the influence can face loss of license, hefty fines and jail time.

Drivers can find a listing of local safe rides on the County’s Vision Zero website here.

The holiday SoberRide campaign runs from Dec. 13 to Jan. 1, which offers up to $15 off a Lyft Ride. To get the ride credit go to SoberRide.com.

Taxi and Ride Hailing Services Operating in Montgomery County

• Lyft
• Uber
• Action Taxi: (301) 840-1000
• Anytime Union Taxi: (301) 637-9292
• Regency Taxi: (301) 990-9000