DUI Checkpoints in California
| County | City | DUI Block Location | Date & Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers in Van Nuys and nearby Sherman Oaks, Panorama City, and Lake Balboa should expect a DUI Saturation Patrol. | Sunday, July 26, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers traveling through South Los Angeles, including the 77th Division and Southeast Division areas near Watts and Florence, should expect a DUI Saturation Patrol. | Sunday, July 26, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers near Western Avenue and 8th Street, including Koreatown, MacArthur Park, and Downtown Los Angeles, should expect a DUI Checkpoint. | Sunday, July 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers in Northridge and nearby Granada Hills, Porter Ranch, and around CSUN should expect a DUI Checkpoint at Nordhoff Street and Zelzah Avenue. | Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers traveling through Mar Vista, Culver City, Marina del Rey, and Venice Boulevard near Centinela Avenue should expect a DUI Checkpoint. | Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Orange | Huntington Beach | A CDL/DUI checkpoint is planned within the HBPD city limits. | Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Alameda | Fremont | Drivers in Fremont may encounter a DUI checkpoint as officers from the Fremont Police Department conduct an operation aimed at preventing impaired driving. | Thursday, July 23, 2026 | 7 PM to 1 AM |
| Kern | Bakersfield | The California Highway Patrol has scheduled a DUI and Driver's License Checkpoint for an unincorporated area near Bakersfield. | Thursday, July 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers near USC, Historic South Central, and the Newton area of Los Angeles should expect a DUI Saturation Patrol. | Wednesday, July 22, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers traveling through South Los Angeles, including the 77th Division and Southeast Division areas near Watts and Florence, should expect a DUI Saturation Patrol. | Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers in Koreatown, Westlake, Pico-Union, and the Olympic Division area should expect a DUI Saturation Patrol. | Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers in North Hollywood, Studio City, Valley Village, and nearby Burbank should expect a DUI Saturation Patrol. | Monday, July 20, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Orange | Irvine | A Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver's License Checkpoint will be set up near the intersection of Bake Parkway and Rockfield Boulevard in Irvine. | Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Fresno | Fresno | Fresno: Checkpoint location to be announced only after operations begin within Fresno. | Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 4 AM |
| Santa Barbara | Santa Maria | Santa Maria: Checkpoint location to be announced only after operations begin within Santa Maria. | Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Placer | Roseville | Roseville Police Department plans to operate a DUI checkpoint at a location that has not been publicly announced. | Friday, July 17, 2026 | 7 PM to 1 AM |
| Los Angeles | Van Nuys | Sobriety Checkpoint to Be Held Near the Van Nuys Station Bus Stop | Friday, July 17, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Contra Costa | Balfour | The San Bernardino Police Department will assign officers to DUI saturation patrols, targeting motorists who are suspected of operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs. | Friday, July 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM |
| Contra Costa | Brentwood | A DUI checkpoint is planned by the Brentwood Police Department near Balfour Road and Griffith Lane. | Friday, July 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM |
| San Mateo | San Mateo | Drivers on E Poplar Avenue in San Mateo can expect a scheduled DUI checkpoint. | Thursday, July 16, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Saturation Patrol in the Foothill Division, serving the northeast San Fernando Valley. | Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM |
| San Bernardino | San Bernardino | To strengthen DUI enforcement, the San Bernardino Police Department will set up a sobriety checkpoint at a location that will remain undisclosed until the operation. | Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 2 PM to 12 AM |
| Tulare | Porterville | A DUI checkpoint is planned in Porterville at an undisclosed location. | Friday, July 10, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Kern | Bakersfield | A DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint is planned within Bakersfield city limits. | Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Orange | Laguna Niguel | A DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint is planned in Laguna Niguel at an undisclosed location. | Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Stanislaus | Modesto | A DUI checkpoint is planned in Modesto at an undisclosed location. | Friday, July 10, 2026 | 8 PM to 3 AM |
| Orange | Santa Ana | The Santa Ana Police Department has scheduled a DUI and driver's license checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the city. | Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Los Angeles | Monterey Park | The Monterey Park Police Department will conduct DUI patrols targeting drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. | Friday, July 10, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| San Bernardino | San Bernardino | The Brentwood Police Department is preparing to conduct a DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Balfour Road and Griffith Lane in Brentwood, CA 94513, encouraging drivers to make safe and responsible choices. | Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Santa Monica | Expect DUI enforcement from the Santa Monica Police Department, with a checkpoint planned at an undisclosed location. | Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint at Van Nuys Boulevard and Oneida Avenue in the Panorama City area. | Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Saturation Patrol across the 77th and Southeast Divisions, covering South Los Angeles communities. | Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint at Figueroa Street and 9th Street in Downtown Los Angeles. | Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint at Reseda Boulevard and Devonshire Street in the Northridge neighborhood. | Wednesday, July 8, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Saturation Patrol throughout the Rampart Division, including Westlake and Pico-Union. | Wednesday, July 8, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Saturation Patrol in the Devonshire Division, serving Chatsworth, Granada Hills, Northridge, and Porter Ranch. | Monday, July 6, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Saturation Patrol in the Olympic Division, covering Koreatown, Arlington Heights, Mid-Wilshire, and nearby neighborhoods. | Monday, July 6, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Police to Conduct DUI Checkpoint at Vermont Ave & Monroe St (Koreatown Area) | Sunday, July 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Fresno | Fresno | If you're in Fresno this Saturday night, watch for a DUI checkpoint. The exact location has not been announced. | Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 9 PM to 3 AM |
| Fresno | Clovis | Clovis Police will be actively patrolling on July 3 for drivers suspected of being under the influence. | Friday, July 3, 2026 |
| Sacramento | South Sacramento | The California Highway Patrol South Sacramento Area will conduct a DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint in Sacramento County. | Friday, July 3, 2026 | 9 PM to 2 AM |
| Yolo | Woodland | Motorists traveling through Yolo County may encounter a CHP Woodland DUI checkpoint on State Route 16 near County Road 89. | Friday, July 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 10 PM |
| Los Angeles | Bell Gardens | The Bell Gardens Police Department will be conducting a DUI checkpoint as part of its impaired driving enforcement campaign. | Friday, July 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| San Francisco | San Francisco | San Francisco Police will operate a DUI checkpoint at a location that has not been made public. | Friday, July 3, 2026 | 7 PM to 3 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Planned for Victory Blvd & Babcock Ave (Valley Glen) | Friday, July 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Law Enforcement to Increase DUI Patrols in the 77th & Southeast Divisions | Friday, July 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Police Scheduling a Sobriety Checkpoint at Melrose Ave & Oxford Ave | Thursday, July 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Expected Near Florence Ave & Main St (South Los Angeles) | Thursday, July 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Officers Conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint on Venice Blvd at Western Ave | Thursday, July 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Enhanced DUI Patrols Scheduled Throughout the Northeast Division | Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Police to Operate a DUI Checkpoint Near Van Nuys Blvd & Hartland St (Panorama City) | Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | High-Visibility DUI Enforcement Planned in the 77th & Southeast Divisions | Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Olympic Division to See Increased DUI Saturation Patrols | Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Riverside | Indio | Indio Police will have officers conducting a DUI checkpoint at a location that has not been released. | Monday, June 29, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 🚔 South Los Angeles Area (77th/Southeast Division) – DUI Saturation Patrol | Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 🚔 Venice, Mar Vista, Playa Vista & Westchester Area (Pacific Division) – DUI-D Saturation Patrol | Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Ventura | Oxnard | A DUI checkpoint will be in operation somewhere in Oxnard, according to the Oxnard Police Department. | Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Fresno | Fresno | Fresno Police will be out conducting a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location to help reduce impaired driving. | Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 9 PM to 3 AM |
| Los Angeles | Glendale | Glendale Police have announced plans to set up a DUI checkpoint at a location that remains undisclosed. | Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | San Gabriel | San Gabriel Police are scheduled to conduct a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location in the city. | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Baldwin Park | Baldwin Park Police will set up a DUI and driver's license checkpoint at a location that has not been disclosed. | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Tulare | Porterville | Porterville Police will operate a DUI checkpoint at a location that has not been announced. | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| San Bernardino | Upland | Upland Police will staff a DUI checkpoint in a location within the city that has not been made public. | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Orange | Orange | Police in Orange will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint tonight at a location in north Orange that has not been announced. | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Orange | Anaheim | The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will deploy a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint in Downtown Anaheim later tonight. | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Orange | Santa Ana | Santa Ana Police will conduct a combined DUI and driver's license checkpoint at an undisclosed location. | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Sacramento | Elk Grove | Elk Grove Police will conduct a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint from 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city. | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 7 PM to 3 AM |
| Riverside | Hemet | Authorities in Hemet will be conducting a DUI and license checkpoint at a location that remains undisclosed. | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Alameda | Hayward | Drivers traveling through Hayward may encounter a DUI checkpoint operated by the Hayward Police Department at a location yet to be announced. | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 🚧 Hollywood, Fairfax & Hancock Park Area (La Brea Ave & Oakwood Ave) – DUI Checkpoint | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 🚧 North Hills & Panorama City Area (Sepulveda Blvd & Parthenia St) – DUI Checkpoint | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 🚧 Pacoima, Arleta & Sun Valley Area (Woodman Ave & Montague St) – DUI Checkpoint | Friday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 🚧 Cypress Park, Highland Park & Lincoln Heights Area (Figueroa St & Cypress Ave) – DUI Checkpoint | Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 🚔 Boyle Heights, El Sereno & City Terrace Area (Hollenbeck Division) – DUI Saturation Patrol | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Solano | Fairfield | The evening of June 24, 2026, will see a DUI and driver's license checkpoint operating on West Texas Street in Fairfield, conducted by the Fairfield Police Department Traffic Unit. | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 🚔 Venice Beach, Del Rey, Playa Vista & Westchester Area (Pacific Division) – DUI Saturation Patrol | Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Mission Division to Conduct DUI Saturation Patrols | Monday, June 22, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Imperial | El Centro | Motorists in El Centro can expect a DUI checkpoint to be in operation at Imperial Avenue and Holt Avenue. | Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Harbor Division to Conduct DUI Saturation Patrols | Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Planned at Van Nuys and Glen Oaks | Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Solano | Dixon | A DUI and driver's license checkpoint is planned by the Dixon Police Department, although officials have not disclosed where it will be located. | Saturday, June 20, 2026 |
| Sacramento | Sacramento | Police have announced plans for a DUI checkpoint within the city. The exact checkpoint location has not been made public. | Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 6 AM |
| San Bernardino | Redlands | Drivers in Redlands should be aware that the Redlands Police Department will be conducting a DUI checkpoint somewhere within city limits. The location remains undisclosed. | Friday, June 19, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM |
| Contra Costa | Concord | The Concord Police Department has scheduled a DUI checkpoint for June 19, 2026, from 7:00 PM until 3:00 AM on westbound Willow Pass Road between Mount Diablo Street and Galindo Street. | Friday, June 19, 2026 | 7 PM to 3 AM |
| San Bernardino | Ontario | A DUI checkpoint will be conducted within Ontario city limits by the Ontario Police Department. Authorities have not released the exact location. | Friday, June 19, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Orange | Huntington Beach | Law enforcement personnel from HBPD will be conducting a CDL/DUI checkpoint in La Habra as part of ongoing traffic safety efforts. | Friday, June 19, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| San Diego | El Cajon | The El Cajon Police Department will deploy a DUI checkpoint along the 300 block of W. Chase Avenue. | Friday, June 19, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Planned at Venice and Culver | Friday, June 19, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Long Beach | To promote roadway safety, LBPD will operate a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint on Long Beach’s east side this Thursday. | Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Planned at 3rd and Alameda | Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Planned at Western and Washington | Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 77th/Southeast Division to Conduct DUI Saturation Patrols | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Central Division to Conduct DUI Saturation Patrols | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Planned at Ventura and Columbus | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Hollywood Division to Conduct DUI Saturation Patrols | Tuesday, June 16, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Saturation Patrols Planned Across West Valley Communities Including Van Nuys, Reseda, Winnetka, and Woodland Hills | Monday, June 15, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Enhanced DUI Enforcement Operations Scheduled Throughout the 77th Division, Covering South Los Angeles Neighborhoods | Sunday, June 14, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Mission Division DUI Patrols to Focus on Areas Near Mission Hills, Arleta, Panorama City, and North Hills | Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Riverside | Menifee | A DUI/driver's license checkpoint will be set up by the Menifee Police Department at an undisclosed location in the city. | Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Orange | La Habra | A DUI checkpoint operation is planned by the La Habra Police Department to help deter impaired driving throughout the community. | Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Fresno | Fresno | The Fresno Police Department is planning a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location identified through analysis of impaired-driving crash data. | Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 9 PM to 1 AM |
| San Luis Obispo | Grover Beach | On Saturday night, Grover Beach police will conduct a DUI checkpoint within city limits from 7:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m. | Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| San Mateo | Redwood City | Redwood City police officers will be conducting a DUI checkpoint Saturday near the intersection of Woodside Road and Carolina Avenue. | Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Stanislaus | Modesto | Modesto Police have announced a DUI checkpoint, though the exact location has not been released. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 8 PM to 3 AM |
| Orange | Fullerton | Fullerton Police Department will be checking drivers for impairment and license compliance at an undisclosed checkpoint location. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 8 PM to 1 AM |
| Riverside | Murrieta | Murrieta law enforcement officers will conduct a DUI checkpoint within the city. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 7 PM to 1 AM |
| San Luis Obispo | San Luis Obispo | A DUI checkpoint will be established by the San Luis Obispo Police Department at an undisclosed location within the city. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 8 PM to 1 AM |
| Kern | Bakersfield | Bakersfield police officers will be conducting a DUI and driver's license checkpoint on June 12, 2026, between 6:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| San Mateo | South San Francisco | The South San Francisco Police Department has scheduled a DUI and driver's license checkpoint at a location that has not been publicly disclosed. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 8 PM to 1:30 AM |
| San Mateo | San Carlos | The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office will carry out a sobriety and driver's license checkpoint along El Camino Real in San Carlos. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Tulare | Porterville | Porterville Police Department officers will be conducting DUI enforcement through a checkpoint at an undisclosed location. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Orange | Santa Ana | The Santa Ana Police Department will deploy a DUI and driver's license checkpoint First and Broadway Santa Ana | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Riverside | Temecula | The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office will increase DUI enforcement in Temecula through a scheduled sobriety checkpoint. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 7 PM to 1 AM |
| Riverside | Moreno Valley | Drivers in Moreno Valley can expect enhanced DUI enforcement as deputies conduct a checkpoint operation in the area. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| San Diego | Carlsbad | The Carlsbad Police Department is set to hold a DUI checkpoint to promote safe and responsible driving. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Monterey Park | The Monterey Park Police Department will establish a DUI/driver's license checkpoint at a location within city limits that has not been publicly released. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 4 PM to 2 AM |
| Ventura | Ventura | A DUI checkpoint is planned within Ventura, with police withholding the exact location. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Sutter | Yuba City | Residents of Yuba City may encounter a DUI checkpoint as officers conduct an enforcement operation at a designated site within the city. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 7 PM to 1 AM |
| Sacramento | Folsom | Drivers traveling through Folsom may encounter a DUI checkpoint as police officers increase efforts to identify impaired motorists. | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Joint DUI Saturation Patrols Planned Across the 77th and Southeast Divisions, Including South LA, Florence, and Watts Areas | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Near Santa Monica Boulevard and Bronson Avenue, Serving Hollywood, East Hollywood, and Little Armenia | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Sobriety Checkpoint Planned at Tampa Avenue and Victory Boulevard Near Reseda, Lake Balboa, and Encino | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Shasta | Redding | A DUI checkpoint operation is planned by the Redding Police Department at an undisclosed location in the city. | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Fresno | Clovis | The Clovis Police Department will deploy officers at a DUI checkpoint on Thursday to identify impaired drivers and improve public safety. | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 8 PM to 1 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Set Near Slauson Avenue and the 110 Freeway, Impacting Drivers in South Los Angeles, Vermont Knolls, and Florence-Graham | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Newton Division Officers to Conduct DUI Enforcement Patrols in Areas Including Historic South Central, University Park, and Exposition Park | Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Olympic Division DUI Patrols Planned Near Koreatown, Pico-Union, Westlake, and Downtown Los Angeles | Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| El Dorado | South Lake Tahoe | The California Highway Patrol will establish a DUI sobriety checkpoint in South Lake Tahoe to promote safer roadways. | Monday, June 8, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Officers Assigned to the Van Nuys Division Will Conduct DUI Saturation Patrol Operations Throughout the Area | Monday, June 8, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Saturation Patrols Planned Across the 77th Street and Southeast Los Angeles Communities | Sunday, June 7, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Sobriety Checkpoint Expected Near the Intersection of Roscoe Boulevard and Haskell Avenue in Panorama City, CA 91402 | Sunday, June 7, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Scheduled Along Pacific Coast Highway at Frigate Avenue in Wilmington, CA 90744 | Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Lancaster | As part of its traffic safety campaign, the Lancaster Police Department will operate a DUI checkpoint within the city. | Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Los Angeles | South Gate | South Gate police officers will be conducting a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location to help keep roads safe. | Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Law Enforcement to Conduct a Sobriety Checkpoint at Venice Boulevard and Western Avenue in Los Angeles, CA 90006 | Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Checkpoint Operation Announced for Lankershim Boulevard and Strathern Street in North Hollywood, CA 91605 | Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers Traveling Through North Hills May Encounter a DUI Checkpoint Near Sepulveda Boulevard and Raymer Street, CA 91343 | Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Enforcement Checkpoint Planned at Western Avenue and Jefferson Boulevard in Los Angeles, CA 90018 | Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Riverside | Banning | Drivers in Banning may encounter a DUI and driver's license checkpoint during an upcoming enforcement operation. | Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Santa Barbara | Goleta | The Goleta Police Department will operate a DUI checkpoint at a selected location based on the area's history of DUI-related incidents and arrests. | Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Orange | Laguna Beach | The Laguna Beach Police Department has announced a sobriety checkpoint at an undisclosed site in the city. | Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM |
| Fresno | Clovis | The Clovis Police Department announced a Thursday-night DUI checkpoint operation aimed at reducing impaired driving and improving roadway safety throughout the community. | Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 8 PM to 1 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Sobriety Screening Location Set for Vermont Avenue and Melrose Avenue in East Hollywood, CA 90029 | Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Checkpoint Enforcement Activity Scheduled Near Sherman Way and Allott Avenue in Van Nuys, CA 91401 | Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Additional DUI Saturation Patrol Teams Assigned to the 77th Street and Southeast Division Areas | Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Sobriety Checkpoint Planned Near Van Nuys Boulevard and Remick Avenue in Pacoima, CA 91331 | Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Foothill Division Officers to Increase DUI Enforcement Presence Throughout the Northeast San Fernando Valley | Monday, June 1, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | San Marino | Drivers should expect increased DUI enforcement as the San Marino Police Department prepares a checkpoint for Saturday, May 30, from 8 p.m. until 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the city. | Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Riverside | Murrieta | Motorists may encounter a DUI Checkpoint conducted by the Murrieta Police Department at an undisclosed location within the city. | Friday, May 29, 2026 | 7 PM to 12 AM |
| San Luis Obispo | San Luis Obispo | The San Luis Obispo Police Department has scheduled a DUI checkpoint within the city limits, though the exact location has not been announced. | Friday, May 29, 2026 | 8 PM to 1 AM |
| Santa Clara | Morgan Hill | The Morgan Hill Police Department will carry out a DUI checkpoint operation at an undisclosed location inside the city. | Friday, May 29, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Riverside | Eastvale | The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office Jurupa Valley Station will set up a DUI Checkpoint at a location that has not been publicly identified. | Friday, May 29, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Orange | Huntington Beach | Huntington Beach Police Department announced plans for a CDL/DUI checkpoint at a location that remains undisclosed within the city. | Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Napa | Napa | Officers with the Napa Police Department will conduct a DUI Checkpoint somewhere within the City of Napa, though the exact location has not been announced. | Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Harbor Division Announces DUI Enforcement Patrols | Sunday, May 24, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Scheduled for Sherman Way & Woodman Boulevard Area | Sunday, May 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 77th and Southeast Division to Conduct DUI Saturation Operations | Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Roscoe & Noble DUI Checkpoint Enforcement Planned | Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Tulare | Porterville | The Porterville Police Department announced plans for a DUI checkpoint at a location that has not been publicly identified. | Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Fresno | Fresno | The Fresno Police Department will be conducting a DUI checkpoint at a location that has not been made public. According to officials, the operation is part of a broader traffic safety effort targeting alcohol- and drug-impaired driving. | Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 9 PM to 4 AM |
| Stanislaus | Modesto | The Modesto Police Department has also scheduled a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the city. | Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Ventura | Oxnard | Drivers traveling through Oxnard should be prepared for a DUI checkpoint set up by the Oxnard Police Department somewhere within city limits. | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Placer | Rocklin | The Rocklin Police Department stated that officers will conduct a DUI checkpoint at a location that will remain undisclosed until enforcement begins. | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Tulare | Porterville | A separate DUI checkpoint notification was also released by the Porterville Police Department for another undisclosed area within the city. | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Riverside | Indio | The Indio Police Department will hold a DUI checkpoint on May 22, 2026, operating from 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM at a location that has not yet been revealed. | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Lancaster | The Lancaster Police Department will also conduct a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location as part of ongoing impaired driving enforcement efforts. | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| San Diego | Oceanside | The Oceanside Police Department will have officers conducting a Driver’s License and DUI checkpoint in Oceanside on Friday, May 22. The enforcement operation is scheduled from 6 p.m. until 1 a.m. Saturday at a location that has not been released. | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Santa Clara | Gilroy | A DUI checkpoint operation will be carried out somewhere in the city by Gilroy Police Department. | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Sutter | Yuba | On Friday, May 22, the Yuba City Police Department plans to operate a DUI checkpoint from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. at a central location within city boundaries. | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 7 PM to 1 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Van Nuys Division Increasing DUI Patrol Activity | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Washington Boulevard & Yale Street DUI Checkpoint Set for Drivers | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Stanislaus | Modesto | The Modesto Police Department is preparing to conduct a DUI checkpoint at a location that has not yet been disclosed. | Friday, May 22, 2026 | 6:30 PM to 1:30 AM |
| Ventura | Moorpark | According to the Moorpark Police Department Traffic Unit, a Driver’s License and DUI checkpoint will be held within Moorpark city limits at an undisclosed site. | Friday, May 22, 2026 |
| Orange | Newport Beach | The Newport Beach Police Department announced that a DUI checkpoint operation will take place at an undisclosed location in the city. | Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 8 PM to 1 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Enforcement Checkpoint Planned at York Boulevard & Figueroa Street | Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Additional DUI Saturation Units Assigned to 77th and Southeast Division | Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Roscoe Boulevard & Topanga Canyon Boulevard DUI Checkpoint Confirmed | Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Hollywood Division Preparing for DUI Saturation Enforcement | Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | South Pasadena | South Pasadena Police Department confirmed that a DUI checkpoint will take place at an undisclosed area. | Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 6 PM to 2:30 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Sobriety checks are expected near Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Marylee Street. | Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Police units will conduct DUI screening operations around Roscoe Boulevard and Coldwater Canyon Avenue. | Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| San Bernardino | Fontana | DUI enforcement officers will be stationed around 10701–10719 Sierra Ave in Fontana tonight. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 7 PM to 3 AM |
| Orange | Santa Ana | Drivers in Santa Ana may encounter a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint organized by local police. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Sacramento | Sacramento | Sacramento Police Department is set to conduct DUI checkpoint enforcement within city limits. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 8 PM to 1 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers may notice checkpoint activity at Crenshaw Boulevard and Jefferson Boulevard. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI enforcement operations are planned along Pacific Avenue near 1st Street. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Officers will monitor impaired driving near Santa Monica Boulevard and Bronson Avenue. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| San Diego | Chula Vista | A DUI checkpoint is planned for Friday night in Chula Vista, according to the Chula Vista Police Department. The checkpoint will be active from 6 p.m. through midnight at an undisclosed area in the city. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM |
| Ventura | Fillmore | The Fillmore Police Department announced that a Driver’s License and DUI checkpoint will be held on May 15, 2026, somewhere within Fillmore city limits. Police officials said checkpoint sites are chosen based on DUI-related crash patterns and arrest statistics. | Friday, May 15, 2026 |
| Riverside | Jurupa Valley | The Jurupa Valley Station of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office is scheduled to conduct a DUI checkpoint from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at a location that has not been publicly disclosed. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| San Joaquin | Stockton | Beginning at 4 p.m. on May 15, 2026, the Stockton Police Department Traffic Unit will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License checkpoint at an undisclosed location inside Stockton city limits. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | South Gate | A DUI checkpoint operation has been announced by the South Gate Police Department, though the exact location has not yet been revealed. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Sonoma | Santa Rosa | The Santa Rosa Police Department is preparing to hold a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the city. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Monterey Park | The Monterey Park Police Department has announced plans for a DUI checkpoint at a location that remains undisclosed. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Riverside | Coachella | A DUI checkpoint operation by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office will be held at an undisclosed area. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM |
| Riverside | La Quinta | The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that deputies will conduct a DUI checkpoint at a location not yet released to the public. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM |
| San Bernardino | Chino | The Chino Police Department will conduct a sobriety checkpoint at an undisclosed location in Chino. | Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | A DUI checkpoint is expected near Olympic Boulevard and Orme Street. | Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Law enforcement personnel will operate a checkpoint around Nordhoff Street and Woodley Avenue. | Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Additional DUI patrol units will be active throughout the Olympic Division. | Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Foothill Division will also see increased DUI saturation enforcement tonight. | Monday, May 11, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | West Valley Division (Reseda, Woodland Hills area) – DUI saturation patrol active | Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Wilshire Blvd & Valencia St (Koreatown / Westlake area) – DUI checkpoint in place | Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 77th / Southeast Division (South LA area) – DUI enforcement underway | Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 aM |
| Los Angeles | Lancaster | Lancaster PD will have a DUI checkpoint on April 25, operating from 6:00 PM through 1:00 AM. | Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Ventura | Oxnard | Oxnard PD is organizing a DUI checkpoint somewhere within city limits, though the exact location will not be announced. | Friday, April 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Orange | Anaheim | Anaheim Police (Traffic Unit) will run a DUI/Driver’s License checkpoint in West Anaheim on April 24, 2026, starting at 6:00 PM. | Friday, April 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| San Mateo | Woodside | San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office will set up a sobriety and license checkpoint along Woodside Road in Woodside. | Friday, April 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Stanislaus | Modesto | Modesto PD plans to conduct a DUI checkpoint at a location that hasn’t been disclosed. | Friday, April 24, 2026 | 8 PM to 3 AM |
| Alameda | Oakland | CHP – Oakland Area will carry out a sobriety and driver’s license checkpoint on April 24, 2026, within Alameda County. | Friday, April 24, 2026 |
| Orange | Orange | Orange PD will operate a DUI/Driver’s License checkpoint in the 3700 block of West Chapman Avenue. | Friday, April 24, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 77th Division (Florence / Firestone area) – Saturation patrol operating | Friday, April 24, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Santa Monica Blvd & Bronson Ave (Hollywood area) – DUI checkpoint set up | Friday, April 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Vermont Ave & 1st St (East Hollywood / Koreatown area) – Active DUI checkpoint | Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Whittier Blvd & Fresno St (East Los Angeles area) – Checkpoint location confirmed | Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Reseda Blvd & Clark St (Tarzana / Reseda area) – DUI checkpoint active | Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Central Division (Downtown Los Angeles area) – Saturation patrol ongoing | Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 77th & Southeast Division (South LA / Watts area) – Joint DUI enforcement | Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Hollywood Division (Hollywood / Sunset area) – DUI patrol presence | Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Mission Division (North Hills / Arleta area) – Saturation patrol active | Monday, April 20, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Central Division (Downtown LA area) – DUI & drug enforcement in effect | Monday, April 20, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Sacramento | Sacramento | A DUI and license checkpoint will be conducted by the Sacramento Police Department at Broadway by MainStage | Monday, April 20, 2026 | 3 PM to 9 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Devonshire Division → DUI saturation patrol actively monitoring drivers | Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | 77th / Southeast Division → Increased DUI patrol units on the road | Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 4 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Manchester Avenue & Avalon Boulevard → DUI checkpoint stopping selected vehicles | Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Sunset Boulevard & Coronado Street → Sobriety checkpoint with active screening | Saturday, April 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Glendale | Glendale Police Department will set up a DUI checkpoint at a location that has not been disclosed. | Saturday, April 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Imperial | Brawley | Brawley Police Department will also conduct a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location. | Friday, April 17, 2026 | 8 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | East Los Angeles | CHP East L.A. will carry out a DUI sobriety and driver’s license checkpoint within the unincorporated area of East Los Angeles. | Friday, April 17, 2026 |
| Orange | Costa Mesa | CMPD will operate a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint on Friday, April 17, from 8:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. within the city limits of Costa Mesa. | Friday, April 17, 2026 | 8 PM to 2:30 AM |
| Sonoma | Santa Rosa | Santa Rosa Police Department will hold a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location. | Friday, April 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Kings | Hanford | Hanford Police Department will conduct a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint from 5:00 p.m. to midnight at an undisclosed location within the city of Hanford. | Friday, April 17, 2026 | 5 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Lincoln Boulevard & Maxella Avenue → DUI checkpoint in operation | Friday, April 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Century Boulevard & Western Avenue → Checkpoint with high visibility enforcement | Friday, April 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Sepulveda Boulevard & Devonshire Street → DUI checkpoint conducting inspections | Friday, April 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Western Avenue & Venice Boulevard → Active sobriety checkpoint location | Friday, April 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Pico Boulevard & Union Avenue → DUI checkpoint with routine stops | Thursday, April 16, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Newton Division → DUI saturation patrol covering the area | Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | 4 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI saturation operation in North Hollywood Division | Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI saturation operation in 77th/Southeast Division | Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 4 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI saturation operation in 77th/Southeast Division | Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| San Bernardino | Chino | Chino Police Department will run a DUI checkpoint on April 10, active from 6:00 PM to 12:30 AM. The exact location has not been revealed, but it will be within Chino city limits. | Friday, April 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Kern | Bakersfield | Colton Police Department is setting up a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint from 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM, with the location kept undisclosed. | Friday, April 10, 2026 | 6:30 PM to 2 AM |
| San Bernardino | Colton | Chula Vista Police Department plans to conduct a DUI checkpoint between 6:00 PM and midnight, somewhere within the city, though the exact spot is not shared. | Friday, April 10, 2026 | 7 PM to 3 AM |
| San Diego | Chula Vista | Belmont Police Department has scheduled a DUI checkpoint from 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM, with the location not publicly announced. | Friday, April 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| San Mateo | Belmont | St. Albans Police Department (SAPD) will place a checkpoint in the unit block of Kanawha Terrace. | Friday, April 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI checkpoint located at La Brea Boulevard and Rosewood Avenue | Friday, April 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI checkpoint located at Figueroa Street and 9th Street | Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI checkpoint located at Balboa Boulevard and Nordhoff Street | Wednesday, April 8, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI saturation operation in Olympic Division | Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | A DUI checkpoint has been established at Victory Boulevard and Babcock Avenue in Valley Glen | Saturday, April 4, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Law enforcement is conducting a DUI saturation patrol across the Harbor Division, including multiple coastal communities | Saturday, April 4, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Santa Barbara | Goleta | Goleta Police confirm DUI checkpoint during Deltopia event in Isla Vista at an undisclosed location in Goleta | Saturday April 4, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Orange | Santa Ana | Santa Ana Police confirm DUI/license checkpoint at an undisclosed location | Friday, April 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Orange | Orange | DUI checkpoint set up along the 600 block of West Katella Avenue. | Friday, April 3, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 AM |
| Riverside | Riverside | Riverside County Sheriff’s Office confirm DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location | Friday, April 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| San Francisco | San Francisco | SFPD Traffic Unit confirm DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location | Friday, April 3, 2026 | 7 PM to 3 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Another patrol is focused on the Figueroa Corridor, covering a wide stretch between Gage Avenue and 107th Street | Friday, April 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers in Mar Vista will encounter a checkpoint near Sawtelle and National Boulevards, just west of the 405 Freeway | Friday, April 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | In Wilmington, a checkpoint is positioned along Pacific Coast Highway near Frigate Street, close to the 110 Freeway | Friday, April 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | South Los Angeles has a checkpoint set up at Slauson Avenue and the 110 Freeway | Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | In Hollywood, a DUI checkpoint is active at Santa Monica Boulevard and Bronson Avenue | Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Rampart Division is seeing increased DUI enforcement across several central neighborhoods | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 4 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Setup at Figueroa St / Laconia Blvd | Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Setup at Topanga Canyon Blvd / Marylee St | Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Setup at Nordhoff St / Woodley Ave | Friday, March 27, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Setup at Western Ave / Venice Blvd | Friday, March 27, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Yolo | West Sacramento | West Sacramento residents should expect a DUI checkpoint on March 27 from 7 PM through 3 AM, with police not revealing the exact location. | Friday, March 27, 2026 | 7 PM to 3 AM |
| San Bernardino | Grand Terrace | Grand Terrace Police will conduct overnight DUI monitoring operations. | Friday, March 27, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Checkpoint Setup at Alameda St / 2nd St | Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Saturation Detail – Central Division | Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI Saturation Detail – Wilshire Division | Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI patrols are active in the Foothill Division area | Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Police have set up a checkpoint at Florence Boulevard and Central Avenue | Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Drivers may come across a checkpoint at Ventura Boulevard and Columbus Avenue | Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Fresno | Fresno | DUI Checkpoint planned. Location: Undisclosed. | Saturday, March 21, 2026 |
| Ventura | Thousand Oaks | The Thousand Oaks Police Department will carry out a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location. | Saturday, March 21, 2026 |
| Santa Clara | Milpitas | Milpitas Police will host a DUI checkpoint at a location not shared publicly. | Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 8 PM to 3 AM |
| Santa Clara | Campbell | Campbell PD will also have a DUI checkpoint on E. Hamilton Ave to check drivers. | Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 8 PM to 3 AM |
| Los Angeles | Santa Monica | Santa Monica law enforcement will also organize a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed site within the city. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| San Bernardino | Hesperia | Hesperia Police will operate a DUI checkpoint as part of safety enforcement. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 5 PM to 1 AM |
| Imperial | Brawley | Brawley Police will hold a DUI checkpoint on March 20 within the city. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 8 PM to 12 AM |
| San Mateo | South San Francisco | South San Francisco Police will run a DUI checkpoint at an unknown location. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 8 PM to 1:30 AM |
| Stanislaus | Modesto | The Modesto Police Department will conduct a DUI checkpoint in areas linked to previous impaired driving crashes. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 8 PM to 3 AM |
| Sacramento | Elk Grove | Sobriety & License Checkpoint scheduled. Location: Undisclosed. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 7 PM to 3 AM |
| Monterey | King City | The King City Police Department will carry out a DUI checkpoint somewhere within the City of King City, although the exact location has not been released. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Placer | Rocklin | The Rocklin Police Department announced that a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) checkpoint will be conducted at an undisclosed location within the city. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 PM |
| Orange | Buena Park | Drivers in Buena Park should expect a DUI checkpoint on March 20, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., according to the police department. The site has not been announced. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 7 PM to 2 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | A DUI checkpoint is in place at Hyperion Avenue and Valley Brink Road | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Checkpoint set up by police at La Brea Avenue and Oakwood Avenue | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | There is a checkpoint running at Imperial Highway and Compton Avenue | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | South Gate | Drivers may encounter a DUI checkpoint in South Gate on March 20, 2026, between 6 PM and 2 AM, with the exact location not revealed. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Riverside | Riverside | A sobriety checkpoint will be conducted in Riverside at an undisclosed location within the city. | Friday, March 20, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Police are checking drivers at Olympic Boulevard and Orme Avenue | Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | A checkpoint is active at Westwood Boulevard and Rochester Avenue | Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Orange | Huntington Beach | The Huntington Beach Police Department will set up a CDL/DUI checkpoint within the city to screen commercial drivers and check for impaired driving. | Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Extra DUI patrols are happening in the Newton Division | Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Checkpoint placed at Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Roscoe Boulevard | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | Police are out doing DUI patrols in the Hollywood Division | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI checks are ongoing in the Pacific Division | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM |
| Sacramento | Folsom | Folsom Police Department plans to conduct a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location, and authorities are reminding people celebrating St. Patrick’s Day to plan ahead by arranging a sober driver or using ride-share transportation. | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 |
| San Diego | San Diego | Increased DUI Patrols from 6 PM Tuesday – 6 AM Wednesday. Previous year: 11 arrests recorded. | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 6 AM |
| Los Angeles | Beverly Hills | The Beverly Hills Police Department Traffic Bureau announced a sobriety and driver’s license checkpoint at North Santa Monica Boulevard and Crescent Drive. | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
| Orange | Orange | A sobriety and driver’s license checkpoint will be in place in Orange on St. Patrick’s Day, located at 1200 East Katella Avenue from 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM. | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI saturation patrol expected in the Van Nuys area | Sunday, March 15, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM |
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles | DUI checkpoint located at Pacific Avenue and 10th Street | Sunday, March 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM |
Last Updated: July 16, 2026
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California Sobriety checkpoint by County
Top 20 High-Risk (retenes) Areas in California
Driving under the influence (DUI) remains a serious offense in California. To combat impaired driving and reduce alcohol-related crashes, law enforcement agencies throughout the state conduct frequent DUI checkpoints. These checkpoints are strategically placed in areas with high DUI-related incidents, dense traffic, or active nightlife scenes. Below is a deep dive into 20 of the most watched areas in California—places where DUI checkpoints are not only common but expected.
Los Angeles – Hollywood, Downtown, and the San Fernando Valley
Overview: Los Angeles is a vast city with one of the highest concentrations of nightlife venues, bars, clubs, and events in the country. With over 4 million residents and countless visitors, it’s a hub for alcohol-related driving incidents.
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Hollywood Blvd, Sunset Blvd, Melrose Ave – Dense with clubs and bars, police often set up along Sunset & Vine, and around Cahuenga Blvd.
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Downtown LA (DTLA) – Busy during both day and night, particularly around 7th Street, Figueroa Street, and the Arts District.
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San Fernando Valley – Checkpoints regularly appear along Van Nuys Blvd, Reseda Blvd, and Sherman Way.
Law Enforcement: LAPD has dedicated DUI enforcement teams including the Central Traffic Division, which coordinates with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and Sheriff’s Department.
San Diego – Gaslamp Quarter, Pacific Beach, Mission Valley
Overview: Known for its beaches and vibrant party atmosphere, San Diego is a prime location for DUI checkpoints.
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Gaslamp Quarter – Fifth Avenue and Broadway are patrolled due to late-night activity and club traffic.
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Pacific Beach – Garnet Avenue, Mission Blvd, and Ingraham Street are key areas.
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Mission Valley & Hillcrest – Close to shopping centers and bars, checkpoints often pop up near Friars Road and Washington Street.
Law Enforcement: SDPD uses both checkpoints and saturation patrols, often publicizing checkpoints 24–48 hours in advance.
Sacramento – Downtown, Elk Grove, South Area
Overview: As California’s capital, Sacramento sees steady enforcement activity from local police and CHP.
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South Sacramento – Frequent enforcement near Florin Road and Stockton Boulevard.
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Downtown Sacramento – J Street, I Street, and Capitol Mall are popular for events and nightlife.
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Elk Grove – A growing suburban area where checkpoints are often set up at Bond Road and Laguna Blvd.
Law Enforcement: The CHP South Sacramento/Valley Division covers a broad territory including Galt and the Delta region.
Fresno – Blackstone Avenue Corridor, Shaw Avenue
Overview: Fresno has one of the highest DUI rates in the state. The city frequently makes headlines for DUI-related fatalities and aggressive checkpoint programs.
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E Garland Ave & N Blackstone Ave – A well-known intersection with recurring checkpoints.
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Shaw Avenue – Extends east-west through multiple neighborhoods and is often monitored.
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Cedar & Shields Avenues – Areas near Fresno State University with heavy student traffic.
Law Enforcement: Fresno PD and CHP Fresno jointly manage many of these efforts, especially during weekends and holidays.
Riverside – Citywide Coverage Including Downtown, Moreno Valley
Overview: The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office regularly conducts DUI checkpoints across dozens of cities and unincorporated areas.
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Downtown Riverside – Mission Inn Avenue and University Avenue are common checkpoint zones.
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Moreno Valley – Checkpoints along Perris Blvd, Ironwood Avenue, and near the Moreno Valley Mall.
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Jurupa Valley, Norco – Rural communities where saturation patrols complement checkpoints.
Law Enforcement: Riverside County has a robust checkpoint schedule often kept confidential until hours before setup.
Bakersfield – Rosedale, Ming Avenue, Downtown
Overview: Bakersfield consistently ranks high for DUI arrests per capita.
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Ming Avenue – Home to Valley Plaza Mall and many restaurants.
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Rosedale Highway – Major east-west corridor connecting downtown to suburban areas.
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California Avenue – Near downtown, often a checkpoint target on weekends.
Law Enforcement: Bakersfield PD uses both saturation patrols and checkpoints, typically on Fridays and Saturdays.
Santa Ana – 1st Street, Main Street, Bristol Street
Overview: One of the most active DUI enforcement cities in Orange County.
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1st Street & Main Street – Dense urban areas with a mix of residential and commercial traffic.
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Bristol Street – Near shopping centers and freeway access.
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Downtown Santa Ana – Arts District and 4th Street nightlife draw heavy patrols.
Law Enforcement: Santa Ana PD’s Traffic Division routinely announces enforcement operations on social media and local media.
Long Beach – PCH, Atlantic Avenue, Downtown
Overview: With beaches, clubs, and events, Long Beach sees frequent DUI enforcement.
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Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) – A long, busy corridor with bars and traffic.
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Atlantic Ave & Anaheim Street – Near Cambodia Town, high DUI activity.
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Downtown Waterfront – Events at the Convention Center or Shoreline Village often bring checkpoints.
Law Enforcement: Long Beach PD partners with the Office of Traffic Safety for grants to fund regular checkpoints.
Oakland – International Blvd, MacArthur Blvd, Downtown
Overview: Oakland’s DUI enforcement focuses on busy corridors and areas known for reckless driving.
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International Blvd (E 14th) – Known for high traffic and DUI incidents.
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MacArthur Blvd – Runs through residential and commercial zones.
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Jack London Square – Event and nightlife area.
Law Enforcement: OPD and CHP often coordinate checkpoints during holidays or community events.
San Jose – Downtown, Capitol Expressway, Almaden
Overview: San Jose, the largest city in Silicon Valley, maintains strong DUI enforcement, especially in tech-adjacent areas.
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Downtown San Jose – 1st Street and Santa Clara Street.
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Capitol Expressway – Runs along eastern and southern San Jose.
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Almaden Expressway – Suburban nightlife and family areas make it a DUI concern.
Law Enforcement: SJPD and CHP use technology (LPRs, drones) to enhance DUI enforcement.
Modesto – McHenry Avenue, Briggsmore Avenue
Overview: A Central Valley city with significant DUI-related enforcement.
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McHenry Avenue – Primary north-south route through town.
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Briggsmore Avenue – Connects shopping and residential areas.
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Downtown Modesto – Checkpoints often set near G Street and I Street.
Law Enforcement: Modesto PD uses OTS grants for frequent DUI operations.
Santa Monica – Lincoln Boulevard, Ocean Avenue
Overview: Tourist-heavy beach city with a strong stance on traffic safety.
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Lincoln Blvd (Hwy 1) – North-south corridor with lots of vehicle activity.
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Ocean Avenue – Bordering the coastline and close to the pier.
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Santa Monica Blvd – Leads into West LA, often patrolled late at night.
Law Enforcement: Santa Monica PD conducts both checkpoints and education campaigns.
Chula Vista – Broadway, Palomar Street
Overview: South of San Diego, Chula Vista sees steady DUI enforcement due to nightlife and cross-border traffic.
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Palomar Street – Industrial and residential mix.
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Broadway – Major commercial thoroughfare.
Law Enforcement: Chula Vista PD coordinates checkpoints with San Diego and CHP agencies.
Anaheim – Katella Avenue, Harbor Boulevard
Overview: As the home of Disneyland, Anaheim has high visitor traffic, leading to proactive DUI enforcement.
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Harbor Blvd & Katella Avenue – Near major attractions and hotels.
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Ball Road, Brookhurst Street – Frequent saturation patrol zones.
Law Enforcement: Anaheim PD schedules checkpoints during high tourist seasons and holidays.
San Bernardino – Inland Center, Baseline Street
Overview: High DUI arrest rate city with active monitoring.
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Inland Center Drive – Retail-heavy and near the freeway.
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Baseline Street – Through several neighborhoods and near nightlife areas.
Law Enforcement: SBPD and CHP conduct operations with support from regional task forces.
Huntington Beach – Beach Blvd, Main Street
Overview: Coastal party town with year-round DUI concerns.
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Main Street – Packed with bars, especially on weekends.
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Beach Boulevard – High-speed route with heavy traffic.
Law Enforcement: Huntington Beach PD is known for being strict on DUI enforcement.
Ventura – Victoria Avenue, Telegraph Road
Overview: Beach city with checkpoints often occurring around Ventura College and residential zones.
Hotspots:
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Victoria Avenue – High DUI crash data.
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Telegraph Road – Connects to East Ventura.
Fontana – Sierra Avenue, Foothill Blvd
Overview: Located in the Inland Empire, Fontana is known for DUI checkpoints, especially around industrial zones.
Novato – Redwood Blvd, Highway 101
Overview: Marin County location with occasional checkpoints to target northbound weekend traffic.
Irvine – Jamboree Road, Alton Parkway
Overview: While affluent, Irvine PD conducts frequent, low-profile DUI enforcement.
Last Updated: January 30, 2026