While most adults in Washington do not drive under the influence, over 50 percent of all fatal crashes are due to driving under the influence.
Law enforcement agencies in Southwest Washington continue additional holiday season DUI patrols.
Participating local agencies include:
• Battle Ground Police Department
• Clark County Sheriff’s Office
• Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency
• Vancouver Police Department
• Washington State Patrol
You can make a difference in our community this new year by committing to always plan ahead. In Washington it is our goal to have zero people in your household be involved in a serious or fatal crash.
Celebrate responsibly, pledge to always have a plan, whether you are hosting, driving, or riding.
- Before celebrating PLAN, a safe and 100 percent sober ride home
- INTERVENE, don’t let someone get behind the wheel if they have used alcohol, cannabis, or other drugs
- Offer to be a DESIGNATED DRIVER
- Hosts, make sure to remind your guests to have SOBER RIDE home, or offer a space for them to stay
- If you see an impaired driver, call 9-1-1
- Always wear your SEAT BELT, it is your best protection against impaired drivers
While most adults in Washington do not drive under the influence, over 50 percent of all fatal crashes are due to driving under the influence. WTSC statistics show that 2020 had the highest number of polydrug drivers in fatal crashes in state history. Take action to keep our families and friends safe. If you are driving and see a suspected impaired driver, call 9-1-1. If you or someone you know struggles with substance abuse, there’s help: Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
