Yuma police attempt to stop drunk driving accidents on St. Patrick’s Day

Yuma, AZ – Certain holidays have a strong association with substance abuse and the potential problems that can be associated with excessive consumption of drugs or alcohol. St. Patrick’s Day is known to be a day when many people drink large amounts of alcohol, and some of them unfortunately try to drive while intoxicated. 

Local officials expressed concern that impaired drivers are a serious problem in the Yuma area, and there would be DUI checkpoints operating over Saint Patrick’s Day weekend [1]. 

Special patrols will look for intoxicated drivers on St. Patrick’s Day

Police in Yuma were concerned about the possibility of people driving home while intoxicated. They planned to have additional officers present on special DUI patrols and checkpoints to search for drunk drivers before an accident happens. The Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety assisted with the process of helping to inform the public and provide resources. These steps were taken because crimes related to drunk driving and associated auto accidents remain a serious problem in Arizona and all over the nation’s highways. 

Some tips given at the conclusion were for people going out on St. Patrick’s Day to plan in advance, leave their keys home, and consider using a service like Uber or a taxi if they have consumed alcohol. They also recommended that if a person is about to drive when they are noticeably impaired, others should stop them and arrange for other transportation to get them home safely. 

Consequences for drunk driving accidents

People who cause drunk driving collisions can expect many serious consequences will follow. They can be charged with a crime in Arizona, where they will face fines, a driver’s license suspension, substance abuse treatment, and possibly jail time. In addition to these criminal consequences, a driver’s insurance company may not cover the costs of the crash if they were drunk or impaired by drugs at the time. This means that they may be personally liable for the victim’s losses through a personal injury lawsuit brought in civil court. Those who have been hurt by drunk drivers have the right to try to receive compensation from the person responsible for the crash with the help of their lawyer. 

Accident lawyers are available in Arizona

Schneider and Onofry is a firm that helps accident victims in Yuma with the process to receive compensation. People who want to know more about personal injury lawsuits can schedule a meeting with their attorneys.

USAttorneys.com is a service that works with people who want to find the right lawyer in their city or state. Anyone who needs a referral to a licensed legal professional can call 800-672-3103 to get started. 

Firm contact info:

Schneider & Onofry, P.C.

207 W. 2nd St., Yuma AZ 85364

928-257-4887

soarizonalaw.com

Sources:

1. https://www.yumadailynews.com/news/local/yuma/dui-checkpoints-over-st-patricks-day-weekend-yuma-police-inform-the-community/article_496bb6f4-c2bb-11ed-9d4c-536f3d2b6d1d.html