The streets of Pinellas County are set to become safer as the local Sheriff’s Office received a renewed contract from the Florida Department of Transportation designed to bolster DUI enforcement. According to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office social media announcement, deputies will be ramping up patrols, specifically targeting areas and periods known for elevated incidents of impaired driving, including holidays when festivities could translate to a spike in DUI occurrences.
The contract, which perpetuates an ongoing collaboration between the Sheriff’s Office and FDOT, promises high-visibility saturation patrols that aim to prevent drunk-driving crashes and the resultant loss of life, indicating a strong community-centric initiative, this endeavor seeks to curb the rampant risks stemming from impaired operation of vehicles, especially during peak times when social gatherings intensify and with them, the potential for such incidents, according to the post. “Our commitment remains the same: to keep our roads safe and protect lives by preventing impaired driving crashes and fatalities,” said the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office in their statement.
As part of the campaign, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office issued a public reminder urging the community to make responsible choices. They stress the importance of appointing a sober driver to ensure everyone’s safety on the road, driving home the message, “Please remember: don’t drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It’s not worth it.” The goal is clear – to reduce the incidence of impaired driving through proactive enforcement and continuous public education…