It was designed to change the driving behavior of the target audiences, young adults from the age of 18- 34. It is to help protect citizens of Guilford County from crashes involving alcohol related incidents. In 1997 there were 1300 charges made in Guilford County. Other charges included carrying concealed weapons, driving while license revoked and numerous felony and misdemeanor drug offenses. There also were several fugitives that were identified and captured.
Check points are to save lives, but also do much more for the community.
The employees of the Guilford County Sheriffs Department in partnership with the Guilford County School System participates in the Lunch Buddy Program. Deputies visit the area schools in their districts to have lunch with the children. The deputies act as role models and mentors to the children. The Sheriff's Department has initiated and oversees various programs throughout the county which involves the Department and citizens of Guilford County. Neighborhood Watches as well as the Business Community displays signs and attends meetings that will aid them as well as our Department to be more mindful of criminal activity in their area.