Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign launches with $564K in grants to target impaired driving
NEW JERSEY – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) have announced the launch of enhanced enforcement efforts to deter impaired driving in New Jersey.
The “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, running through Labor Day on September 1, will fund patrols and sobriety checkpoints statewide using $564,130 in HTS grant funding awarded to 102 police agencies. The initiative is part of a national effort to reduce crash risks and increase awareness about impaired driving during the busy summer season.
In Morris County, participating departments include:
- Chester Township
- Dover
- Hanover
- Jefferson
- Mount Olive
In Hunterdon County, participating departments include:
- Clinton Township
- Flemington
- Frenchtown
- Lebanon
- Raritan
- Readington
- Tewksbury
- West Amwell
In Somerset County, participating departments include:
- Bedminster
- Bound Brook
- Branchburg
- Far Hills
- Franklin
- Green Brook
- Hillsborough
- Manville
- North Plainfield
- Peapack Gladstone
- Raritan
- Somerset County Sheriff
- Somerville
- South Bound Brook
- Warren
“Driving under the influence is not just a bad decision. It’s a tragedy waiting to happen,” Platkin said. “Every crash caused by alcohol or drugs is one too many. We are committed to reducing the number of preventable deaths and protecting every community across New Jersey.”
HTS Director Michael J. Rizol Jr. emphasized that impaired driving is entirely preventable and urged drivers to plan ahead, call a friend, or use a rideshare if they consume alcohol or drugs.
During last year’s campaign, law enforcement agencies reported 633 arrests for driving while intoxicated, along with thousands of speeding and seatbelt violations.
For the complete list of participating agencies statewide, click here.
