For Immediate Release 08/12/2024

Contact: Undersheriff Gregory S. Haraughty

Email: gharaughty@labettecounty.com

 

Labor Day Warning- You Drink. You Drive. You Lose.

Drivers are advised that during the period of August l 7 through Labor Day, September 2, the Labette County Sheriffs Office will join other law enforcement agencies across Kansas in a crackdown aimed at removing impaired drivers from the roadways during You Drink. You Drive. You Lose.

Alcohol is the main impairing substance people think of while driving, but illegal recreational drugs, such as marijuana, are just as dangerous. Driving high and or drunk can still lead to a DUI, or worse.

Those convicted of impaired driving will face stiff penalties, hefty financial consequences and time in jail. Take charge and don't allow this to happen - designate a sober driver, use rideshare, take public transportation or stay home.

According to Undersheriff Gregory S. Haraughty, The You Drink. You Drive. You Lose enforcement campaign is intended to remind drivers to take a moment to consider how it would be to begin every day with the memory of your decision if it resulted in injury or death
Make the right choice.