Modesto Police Announce Friday DUI Checkpoint
Modesto Police Department is conducting a DUI checkpoint on Friday at an undisclosed location within Modesto.
Sacramento Stockton Modesto, CA, August 19, 2026 —
The Modesto Police Department has announced it will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint on Friday. The exact location of the checkpoint within Modesto has not been disclosed.
The operation is aimed at deterring individuals from driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Law enforcement officials emphasize that driving impaired poses a significant risk to public safety.
Details regarding the specific times the checkpoint will be operational were not immediately available. The department has not released further information regarding the checkpoint’s objectives or anticipated outcomes.
Authorities remind the public that driving under the influence is a serious offense with severe consequences, including potential arrest, fines, and jail time.
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