The Fullerton Police Department will conduct a DUI/driver’s license checkpoint on Friday, August 22, from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location in Fullerton.
DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.
DUI doesn’t just mean alcohol — prescription meds, over-the-counter drugs, and marijuana can all impair your ability to drive.
If you’re under the influence, don’t get behind the wheel.
A first-time DUI can cost upwards of $13,500 in fines and penalties, plus a suspended license.
Let’s work together to keep Fullerton’s roads safe. Plan ahead. Drive sober.
Here’s a summary of the penalties for getting caught at a DUI checkpoint in Fullerton, California:
First-Time DUI Penalties in California:
- Fines and Costs: Up to $13,500 including fines, court fees, legal costs, and insurance hikes.
- License Suspension: Typically 6 months.
- Jail Time: Minimum 48 hours, possibly more depending on circumstances.
- Probation: Usually 3 to 5 years.
- DUI Education Program: Mandatory 3- to 18-month program.
- Ignition Interlock Device: May be required for 6+ months if your BAC is 0.15% or higher.
- Insurance Impact: Your car insurance rates will likely increase significantly.
Important Notes:
- DUI includes alcohol, marijuana, prescription meds, and over-the-counter drugs.
- Refusing a breath or blood test can lead to automatic license suspension.
- DUI checkpoints are legal and used to reduce impaired driving incidents.