Law Enforcement Enforcing Safe Driving

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Throughout the remainder of August and the 2020 Labor Day holiday weekend, police departments, sheriff’s offices, and the Michigan State Police are encouraging motorists to celebrate safely and make smart driving decisions.

During a three-week period, August 14TH through September 7TH, there will be increased enforcement and additional messaging about the dangers of driving impaired on the roads. Officers will be on the lookout for motorists under the influence of drugs and alcohol throughout the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement period.

In Michigan, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of .08 or higher, although motorists can be arrested at any blood alcohol concentration level if an officer believes they are impaired.

Michigan has what is commonly referred to as a zero-tolerance drugged driving law.  On average, a driving under the influence charge can result in $10,000 in attorney fees, fines, court costs, lost time at work, higher insurance rates, car towing and repairs.