Sheriff's Office

For Immediate Release

PR #: 1800090
Date Issued: Aug 24, 2018 - 1:48pm

Washoe County Sheriff's Office to participate in Joining Forces DUI campaign starting Sunday

CONTACT: Bob Harmon
Washoe County Sheriff's Office
Office 775-785-6235
Cell 775-722-5517

The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is joining other Nevada law enforcement agencies to emphasize the importance of safe and sober driving as we approach the Labor Day Holiday weekend.

Starting this Sunday, August 25, through Monday, September 10, the Sheriff's Office, Reno and Sparks Police Departments, and the Nevada Highway Patrol will dedicate extra officers to DUI enforcement as part of a statewide Joining Forces campaign aimed at reducing tragedies caused by people driving under the influence.

The Washoe County Sheriff's Office reminds drivers that there is no excuse for driving under the influence.

"When you are making plans for your holiday trip, or even just an evening out, make sure those plans include alternatives to driving under the influence," Washoe County Sheriff Chuck Allen said. "Whether it's a designated driver, or public transportation, make sure you don't leave yourself in a position where a bad decision could lead to an unnecessary tragedy."

Funding for the extra patrols needed for this campaign is made possible by a Joining Forces grant received from the Nevada Department of Public Safety/Office of Traffic Safety.

Joining Forces is a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement program aimed at reducing injuries and crashes through statewide enforcement in the areas of: DUI, speed, distracted driving, seat belt and pedestrian safety.

The goal of these enforcement campaigns is to save lives by increasing public awareness about the dangers of making poor choices while driving.

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The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to preserving a safe and secure community with professionalism, respect, integrity and the highest commitment to equality. Sheriff Darin Balaam is the 27th person elected to serve as the Sheriff of Washoe County since the Office was created in 1861. The Washoe County Sheriff's Office strives to ensure public safety by building trust and creating partnerships within the diverse communities in which we serve. We will promote the dignity of all people supported by our words and actions through open communication while fostering an environment of professionalism, integrity and mutual respect.

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