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Santa Monica Sobriety Checkpoint Alert | Venice Beach News
Santa Monica’s hitting the streets this Friday night with a surprise sobriety checkpoint—no advance notice, no warning signs, just cops ready to catch impaired drivers from 6 PM Friday until 2 AM Saturday. Targeted at high-risk zones based on past accidents, the push isn’t just about enforcement—it’s about changing behavior and keeping everyone safe. And yes, it’s not just alcohol: prescription meds, OTC drugs, even legal weed can impair your driving. First-time DUIs cost an average of $13,500 and mean losing your license. Funded by a California traffic safety grant, this crackdown is serious…
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