LANCASTER – Three drivers were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, eight drivers were arrested for suspended or revoked drivers licenses, and nine vehicles were impounded at a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint in Lancaster this past weekend, authorities said.
The checkpoint was conducted on Avenue J at Genoa Avenue, from 6 p.m. Friday, May 2 to 2 a.m. Saturday, May 3.
The results of the checkpoint are as follows:
* 995 vehicles driven through the checkpoint.
* 985 drivers checked at the checkpoint.
* Three DUI – alcohol suspects arrested.
* One suspect was arrested for a $75k petty theft warrant and sent to court.
* Eight suspended/revoked drivers were arrested and sent to court.
* Two unlicensed drivers were arrested and sent to court.
* One vehicle was stored for one day.
* Nine vehicles were impounded for 30 days.
* Two vehicles were released per checkpoint release procedures.
Personnel from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Lancaster Station conducted the DUI/DL Checkpoint as part of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department commitment to public safety. This checkpoint was one of many that have been or will be conducted throughout the year in Lancaster.-
Peggy says
I see nothing wrong with check points. Only those who stand to be caught would resent them. They help keep the rest of us safe. I would defend to the death anyone’s right to do whatever they like in the privacy of their own home, as long as they aren’t hurting anyone, but when they take it to the street and put everyone else, including me, my children and grandchildren at risk, I will fight to the death to get them off the street!!! Want to be under the influence? STAY HOME or take a cab!
EL Barto says
The cops have nothing better to do then to bust people celebrating cinco de mayo. Just kidding! Thanks LA County Sherrif for protecting us from drunk drivers.
AdolphOliverMuff says
In one state they posted a sign 1/2 mile before an exit. The sign said “DUI Checkpoint 3/4 miles ahead”. A lot of cars chose the exit and discovered the DUI Checkpoint was at the end of the exit – not on the highway.
al says
Driving is a privilege, not a right.
Eric says
Was horse ownership a privilege?
Nancy P says
What does owning a horse have to do with driving being a privilege?
Eric says
Horse accidents were replaced with car accidents. Horse accidents still happen, to be fair. Was riding a horse considered a privilege or right though? Was one required to have a license to ride? How about when it was anchored to a carriage?
Driving is neither a privilege or right. It is a gray area that was left to states. You can drive (regardless of age or standing) on private property without interference. Use of a public road is conditional to the contract fine print you weren’t provided with when you received your “license” from the DMV.
gimmimylicense says
in 2018 walking will become a privilege, you will have to crawl or have a friend push you in a wheelchair until you get your walking license issued by the DoW (department of walking) Shoes will have tiny license plates on the back of them.
Nancy P says
“Driving is neither a privilege or right. ” ?? Your comment is a good example of figuring out how to twist words. You’ll make a great criminal defense lawyer when you finish school. :)
I would bet if you were riding a horse while intoxicated on a public street, you would be arrested for being intoxicated in public and your horse impounded.
AdolphOliverMuff says
Driving is a privilege. Try getting pulled over without registration, insurance, and/or license Eric. And see how far your argument goes with the Cop.
(you just like to argue don’t you?)
bird says
Eric— I have a horse and buggy for sale. I’ll sell it too you, and I don’t need to see your drivers license.
SMC says
Total violation of rights. And don’t tell me that submission to checkpoints is voluntary. Once you see that you’re caught up in one, it’s too late. If you try to get out of it, you get pulled over. They are NOT voluntary…if they were, drunks would calmly make a U-turn and head the other way.
Eric says
Exactly. Turning out of a checkpoint gives “probable cause” to the police, regardless whether there is an actual crime or criminal. Another clever end-around your constitutional rights. Stop crushing the 4th amendment.