BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The McFarland Police Department is set to conduct a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint on Saturday, March 29, from 6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. within the city limits. Officers will be on the lookout for signs of impairment and checking for proper licensing.
The department selects checkpoint locations based on areas with high rates of DUI arrests and crashes. Impaired drivers face potential fines up to $10,000, jail time, and mandatory DUI classes.
Authorities urge the public to contribute to road safety by calling 911 if they suspect an impaired driver. Impaired driving, whether due to alcohol, drugs, or fatigue, is a significant threat, slowing reaction times and impairing judgment…