Deschutes County Sheriffs Office reports results of holidays DUII crackdown

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) --  The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office reported on Friday the results of its participation in the national Drive Sober, Get Pulled Over campaign, which ran from Dec. 10 – Jan. 1 to help keep impaired drivers off our roads and ensure safer travel for everyone.

During the enforcement detail, deputies worked four six-hour shifts, DCSO said, resulting in:

• 56 traffic stops
• 11 citations issued
• 50 warnings given
• 1 warrant arrest
• 1 DUII arrest during the detail
• 12 Total DUII arrests agency-wide

Here's the rest of that news release:

While the primary goal of Drive Sober, Get Pulled Over is to prevent impaired driving, these efforts also allow deputies to engage with the community, share safety information, and remind drivers of the importance of making safe and responsible choices.

“We want our roads to be safe for everyone—not just during the holidays, but all year long,” said Sheriff Ty Rupert. “Driving sober saves lives, and we appreciate the community’s support in making safety a priority.”

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office encouraged everyone to plan ahead, use designated drivers or a ride-share service, and avoid driving impaired.

"It’s never worth taking the chance of harming yourself or others by getting behind the wheel when you’re impaired," they said.