Sobriety Checkpoint Standards

The following is a list of standards that are used in implementing sobriety checkpoints:

- The final decision is made by a supervisor

- A consistent method must be used in selecting which vehicles are stopped

- Ensure that the public and the police officers are safe

- Policy-making officials select which sites will be targeted

- The time period for when the sobriety checkpoint is active must be limited

- The sobriety checkpoint must be clearly marked with warning lights and signs

- The amount of time that motorists are detained should be minimized as much as possible

- Notify the pulic in advance of the checkpoint