GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) – To encourage motorists to drive sober, the Brown County Sheriff’s Office is announcing its ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign.
It kicks off today and runs through Labor Day.
The Brown County Sheriff’s Office, along with law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin, are putting additional resources behind looking out for impaired drivers.
According to authorities, impaired traffic deaths are preventable and drugged driving is a growing problem in the state.
Last year, there were 2,250 drug-related crashes that caused 80 deaths. That’s up from 1,749 crashes in 2019, including 59 fatalities.
And someone is killed in an alcohol-related traffic crash every three hours in Wisconsin.
Last year in Wisconsin, there were 6,050 alcohol-related crashes, including 167 deaths. Alcohol contributed to more than a quarter of all traffic fatalities.
The Brown County Sheriff’s Office offers the following tips:
If you plan to celebrate, identify a sober designated driver, or find a safe alternative way home. Never allow someone who is impaired to get behind the wheel.
Protect yourself and your passengers every time you travel. Make sure everyone is buckled up. Watch your speed and eliminate distractions.
If you suspect a driver is impaired call 911. Provide as much detail as possible on the driver, vehicle, and location.
Download the free “Drive Sober” mobile app from the WisDOT website. The app includes a “find a ride” feature to help locate mass transit and taxi services.
Some bars and restaurants have programs to provide patrons a safe ride home.
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