Sobriety checkpoints are a law enforcement method where law enforcement officers assess motorists for symbols of alcohol or drug impairment. Vehicles are selected in an unambiguous sequence. The Auburn Police Department stated that sobriety check points cost between $8000 and $12000 in a statement given to the Auburn Journal. Officer Vancito Gumbs of the Chatham County police department stated that during his short 3 year experience. He has been a part of numerous sobriety check points and stated a small operation is just as effective as a large scale check point. The reasoning being that prior notice is given to the community without release of the check points. Initially the visual presence alone will deter individuals from jumping into the driver seat.
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According to MADD (Mothers against Drunk Driving) a research based study established that there was an average budget savings of $50,000 for every spot check, as well as over $3,000 in medical expenses. Others have established that checkpoints save between $6 and $23 dollars for each dollar financed. The yearly total of intoxicated driver related crashes to the general public is in excess of $130 billion.
Introducing high visibility enforcement would provide the department with a powerful deterrent. Provided that proper funds acquired from the state through grants and other forms of state assistance the cost may be feasible. The intangible issues that could possibly arise from the increase in high visibility enforcement are few. Officer Vancito Gumbs stated that problems are always found regardless of rationality. During his first sobriety check stop he found occurrences of verbal abuse, slander, and issues with
According to MADD (Mothers against Drunk Driving) a research based study established that there was an average budget savings of $50,000 for every spot check, as well as over $3,000 in medical expenses. Others have established that checkpoints save between $6 and $23 dollars for each dollar financed. The yearly total of intoxicated driver related crashes to the general public is in excess of $130 billion.
Introducing high visibility enforcement would provide the department with a powerful deterrent. Provided that proper funds acquired from the state through grants and other forms of state assistance the cost may be feasible. The intangible issues that could possibly arise from the increase in high visibility enforcement are few. Officer Vancito Gumbs stated that problems are always found regardless of rationality. During his first sobriety check stop he found occurrences of verbal abuse, slander, and issues with