Boosted by December's designation as National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month, the campaign's goal is to reduce alcohol-related traffic fatalities in America to no more than 11,000 by 2005. During this period, with holiday celebrations gathering momentum, travelers can expect to see sobriety checkpoints and more officers out on the highways.
Impaired drivers can lose their licenses, receive fines or even serve jail time.
Every two minutes, someone is injured. You can take steps to ensure the holidays are safe and sensible for you, your family and friends. Responsible hosting of holiday parties is particularly effective in keeping impaired drivers off the road, and can limit your liability. Help prevent underage drinking by promoting alcohol-free celebrations for young people. Never serve alcohol to underage guests or to those who are visibly intoxicated.