CHP urges public not to drink and drive; DUI checkpoint will be held Sat., Dec. 21 in Temecula area

TEMECULA - With holiday celebrations in full swing, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is preparing for increased enforcement throughout the heavy travel period to help ensure safety on the road. The CHP is reminding travelers to never drive while impaired.

The Temecula Area CHP office will be conducting a sobriety/license checkpoint on December 21, in Southwest Riverside County. The exact location is never announced in advance. Motorists approaching the checkpoint will see informational signs advising them that a checkpoint is ahead. Once diverted into the lane, motorists will be detained on...