On Friday night, February 13, 2026, the Santa Ana Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/driver’s license checkpoint. It will begin at 6:00 p.m. and conclude at 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the City of Santa Ana.
Many people wisely opt to take their significant others out to dinner the day before Valentine’s Day to avoid the crowds. Be advised though that if you opt to do this in Santa Ana you better be very careful as to how much alcohol you imbibe!
Common Checkpoint Locations in Santa Ana
Checkpoints are strategically placed in areas with high traffic or a history of impaired driving incidents.
- Downtown Santa Ana (DTSA): Frequent enforcement occurs near nightlife districts with high concentrations of bars and clubs.
- First Street: Often targeted, particularly the stretch between Sullivan Street and Raitt Street.
- Harbor Boulevard: Intersections such as North Harbor Blvd and Hazzard Ave. are frequently listed.
- South Raitt Street: Often monitored at the intersection with West Alton Avenue.
DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of a DUI checkpoint is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.
The Santa Ana Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal. Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license…