The Hudson County Sheriff’s Office will hold a DWI checkpoint in North Bergen on Friday as part of their ongoing effort to curtail impaired driving.
By John Heinis/Hudson County View
The checkpoint will be at approximately 7400 River Road in North Bergen on January 9th, according to the HCSO.
The primary purpose of the checkpoints are not to make arrests, but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired, noted Sheriff Jimmy Davis.
During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
The sheriff’s office will also have extra patrols throughout the county in an effort to curb driving while intoxicated while also taking part in the Hudson County Vision Zero Task Force in order to make all of our roadways safer.
Davis also recommends taking mass transit, a taxicab, car service, or having a designated driver, spending the night where the activity or party is held, and contacting law enforcement if an impaired driver is spotted on the road.
Additionally, he advises to always wear a seat belt and never let someone who has been drinking to get behind the wheel.