Northeast Ohio Drivers to See Sobriety Checkpoints Next Weekend
Community — Summit County
Summit County will host sobriety checkpoints Friday, Sept. 18, through Sunday, Sept. 20, as part of the "Drive Safe, Drive Smart, Drive Sober" initiative. Alternatives like designated drivers are encouraged.
Summit County will host sobriety checkpoints across the county starting Friday, Sept. 18, the Summit County Sheriff's Office announced. Deputies with the Summit County OVI Task Force will staff checkpoints through Saturday, Sept. 19, and into the early morning hours of Sunday, Sept. 20. The release did not name specific checkpoint sites. Regional Context for the Enforcement Push Checkpoints like this one are common across Northeast Ohio during the fall, when football weekends and cooler weather bring more drivers onto county roads at night. Summit County's task force frames the effort around the slogan "Drive Safe, Drive Smart, Drive Sober." Anyone planning to be out that weekend can sidestep the checkpoints entirely with a bit of planning. A designated driver, a rideshare app, or simply staying put for the night all keep drivers off the road while impaired. The release was issued by Chief Bill Holland of the Summit County Sheriff's Office. Questions can be directed to the office at 330-643-2114.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Summit County plan to hold sobriety checkpoints?
Summit County will host sobriety checkpoints starting Friday, Sept. 18, and continue through Saturday, Sept. 19, into the early morning hours of Sunday, Sept. 20.
Where will the sobriety checkpoints be located in Summit County?
The Summit County Sheriff's Office did not name specific checkpoint sites in its release.
Why is Summit County conducting sobriety checkpoints during this time?
The checkpoints are part of a regional effort during the fall, when football weekends and cooler weather increase nighttime driving, and align with the task force's "Drive Safe, Drive Smart, Drive Sober" initiative.
Who is responsible for organizing the sobriety checkpoints?
The Summit County OVI Task Force, under the Summit County Sheriff's Office, is organizing the sobriety checkpoints.
How can drivers avoid sobriety checkpoints in Summit County?
Drivers can avoid checkpoints by using a designated driver, rideshare app, or staying home to prevent impaired driving.