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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012_02_01_Checkpoint Notification BAKERSFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT 1601 Truxtun Avenue Bakersfield, CA (661) 326-3815 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 1, 2012 On Friday, February 3rd, 2012, the Bakersfield Police Department will conduct a DUI / Driver License Checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the City of Bakersfield. This DUI / Driver License Checkpoint is part of an effort to reduce the number of persons injured or killed each year in DUI related collisions. A major component of this enforcement event is to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers. Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.