Lowcountry officials promote safe driving with the Sober or Slammer campaign launch.

The Sober or Slammer Campaign launches across Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties in the Lowcountry on Thursday, December 12, 2025, to curb impaired driving during the holidays. Agencies aim to heighten awareness of DUI risks, with enforcement running through January 1, 2026.​

Campaign Goals

It promotes year-round safe driving but intensifies efforts amid holiday celebrations, where alcohol-related crashes peak at night and on weekends. South Carolina sees nearly half of fatal crashes involve impaired drivers, underscoring the life-or-death stakes.​

Safety Tips

Designate a sober driver before heading out; if unavailable, call a friend, taxi, or rideshare app. Report suspected impaired drivers by dialing *HP for…..

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