Running straight through Sept. 1, the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety is working together with Maine law enforcement agencies to raise awareness of the dangers of impaired driving. Adding additional enforcement details
during the NHTSA Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over high-visibility enforcement campaign is one way law enforcement can employ resources to save lives.
Between 2021-2024, seven lives were lost on Maine roadways due to motor vehicle crashes during the Labor Day weekend.
During this high-visibility enforcement campaign, efforts are increased to deter impaired driving ensure these preventable tragedies don’t happen. The Maine Bureau of Highway Safety wants all motorists to consider the deadly consequences of making a decision to drive while impaired by alcohol, drugs or a combination of alcohol and drugs. If your celebrations are going to include impairing substances, plan ahead.
Trooper Haley Fleming with the Maine State Police: When it comes to using alcohol and/or drugs while operating any type of motor vehicle, just don’t do it”, said . “Alcohol and drugs do not mix with driving. We want people all around our great state to enjoy a safe and happy Labor Day Weekend. Please remember there are many safe, reliable ways to get to the celebration you want to be part of during the holiday.
Making the irresponsible decision to drive while impaired puts everyone on the roadways at risk. Many people think that being high doesn’t affect their driving abilities, but they are misinformed. Even over the counter medications and prescription medications can have impairing effects on a driver.
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