SACRAMENTO POLICE DEPARTMENT News Release
		Release #09-05-02 September 5, 2002 For Immediate Release
						Media Office 916-264-5124  Capt. Sam Somers Sgt. Justin Risley, PIO ASO Tina Lee-Vogt AA Audrey Lee PCIII Cheryl Moore Internet: www.sacpd.org

The Sacramento Police Department will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint operation on Saturday, September 7,  2002, in the downtown area of the City.  Traffic flowing through the checkpoint will be contacted by uniformed officers who will be checking for alcohol or drug impaired drivers, and also checking all drivers for valid drivers’ licences.

The purpose of these checkpoints is to remove the DUI and unlicenced drivers from our streets, to inform the driving public of the dangers of drinking or using drugs and driving, and to diminish the amount of pain, suffering, and death that result from driving under the influence.

Approximately two hours prior to implementation of the checkpoint, there will be a press release noting the location and approximate duration of the checkpoint.

If you have any questions contact Sergeant Lester at 277-6002.

Sergeant Justin Risley
Ref 09-05-02