RALEIGH, N.C. — Statewide law enforcement will be increasing saturation patrols and using checkpoints to keep impaired drivers off the road, as part of the annual 'Booze It & Lose It' campaign.
"Many families will be hitting the streets this Halloween season to enjoy festivities, and we want everyone to have a good time," N.C. Governor's Highway Safety Program Director, Mark Ezzell said. "Halloween can be a dangerous time, due to the increased number of impaired drivers on the road. If you choose to drink, please call a cab, use a ride-sharing service, or find another safe ride home."
Officials urge everyone to use designated drivers, ride-sharing services, or public transportation as safe alternatives.
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NC DMV) reports that 448 people died in alcohol-related crashes in North Carolina in 2022.
While North Carolina drivers 21 and older can be convicted of DWI if they have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher, it is illegal for all drivers under the age of 21 to drive with the amount of alcohol in their system.
"With large numbers of people out and about, and days getting shorter, it is more imperative than ever to make the right decision when choosing to get behind the wheel," Ezzell said. "No one is immune to the effects of impaired driving."
The campaign runs from now until Oct. 31.
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