Sandia Pueblo police schedules sobriety checkpoint

In an effort to combat and deter individuals from driving while under the influence of alcohol and or drugs, the Sandia Police Department will conduct a Sobriety Checkpoint Operation on Sept. 18 within the Pueblo of Sandia reservation.

Officers will be contacting drivers passing through the checkpoint and conduct a brief screening to identify impaired drivers in an effort to keep the roadways safe and to discourage impaired drivers from driving a motor vehicle.

Impaired drivers that are identified will be arrested and face prosecution, jail time, suspended driver’s license and penalty fees. This operation is part of a comprehensive, collaborative approach to traffic safety and is funded by ENDWI Traffic Safety Grant.