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OCSO conducting saturation patrols, increased focus on DUI enforcement

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

Jared Williams

This past Friday kicked off the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over National Enforcement Mobilization Campaign that will run through January 1st, according to the City of Destin.

Motorists approaching Destin will see a new traffic trailer at the foot of the Marler Bridge alerting them of their speed.

“We encourage all motorists traveling through Destin to slow down and DO NOT drink and drive,” wrote the city in a press release.

The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting saturation patrols and have an increased focus on DUI enforcement.

A saturation patrol consists of a large number of law enforcement officers patrolling a specific area for a set time to increase visibility of enforcement, according to the CDC.

Saturation patrols look for impaired-driving behaviors, such as reckless or aggressive driving, speeding, and following too closely.

“We want everyone to enjoy the holidays safely and spend money on gifts, not tickets,” said Catherine Card, Public Information Manager for the City of Destin.

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