DUI Checkpoints in Los Angeles

City	Location	Date
Arcadia	The Arcadia Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint within the city limits.	Thursday, July 31, 2025 – from 6:00 PM until 2:00 AM
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol in Mission Area: 11121 Sepulveda Boulevard, Mission Hills, CA 91345	Sunday, July 27, 2025 – From 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Victory Boulevard and Babcock Avenue: 17660 Victory Boulevard, Van Nuys, CA 91406	Saturday, July 26, 2025 – From 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol in Wilshire Area: 4861 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90019	Friday, July 25, 2025 – From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Manchester Avenue and Figueroa Street: 730 W Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90044	Friday, July 25, 2025 – From 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Sunset Boulevard and Orange Grove Avenue: 7260 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90046	Friday, July 25, 2025 – From 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Palmdale	A DUI checkpoint will be held at an undisclosed location in Palmdale.	July 25, 2025, From 6 PM to 2 AM
Santa Monica	Police will set up a DUI checkpoint in Santa Monica at a location chosen based on past drunk driving crashes.	July 25, 2025, From 6 PM to 2 AM
Manhattan Beach	Manhattan Beach (L.A. County) will have a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location, likely near Sepulveda Blvd or beachside routes.	Friday, July 18, 2025
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol – Los Angeles, 77th Street Division Area, 7600 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90003	Sunday, July 20, 2025 From 12 PM to 8 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol – North Hollywood Area, 11640 Burbank Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601	Sunday, July 20, 2025 From 12 PM to 8 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint – Vermont Ave & Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007	Friday, July 18, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	Sobriety/Driver’s License Checkpoint – Roscoe Blvd & Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, Los Angeles, CA 91406	Friday, July 18, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint – La Brea Ave & Oakwood Ave, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90036	Friday, July 18, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint – Olympic Blvd & Orme Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90023	Thursday, July 17, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	There’s a DUI & Driver’s License Checkpoint happening at S Figueroa St & Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90037. Stay safe, stay sober, and always have your license on you.	Saturday, July 12, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Florence Ave & Central Ave	Saturday, July 5th, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Block in Warner Center Area	Tonight, Friday, July 4, 2025
Bell	DUI Block at Florence Ave & Atlantic Ave	Tonight, Friday, July 4, 2025
Alhambra	Tonight at S Atlantic Blvd & W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801: Police will conduct DUI checkpoint and patrols targeting drunk and drug-impaired drivers. 📍 Nearby Areas: Monterey Park, San Gabriel, East LA, Rosemead	Tonight, Friday, July 4, 2025
Los Angeles	Police will be setting up a DUI checkpoint at Van Nuys Blvd & Chase St, Los Angeles, CA 91402, USA.Authorities will be screening for drunk drivers, marijuana-impaired drivers, and anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The goal is to keep Los Angeles streets safe during the Fourth of July holiday.	Tonight, Friday, July 4, 2025
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol in Valley Bureau	Sunday, June 29, 2025 From 12 PM to 8 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Century Boulevard and Western Avenue	Friday, June 27, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Vermont Avenue and Melrose Avenue	Friday, June 27, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Tampa Avenue and Business Center Drive	Friday, June 27, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Alhambra	A DUI checkpoint will be set up at an undisclosed location in Alhambra, CA — checkpoint confirmed by DUIBlock.net.	Friday, June 27, 2025 \| From 7 PM to 3 AM
Palmdale	Undisclosed Location – A DUI checkpoint is scheduled at a location that remains confidential. Stay ahead of checkpoint alerts with DUIBlock.net.	Friday, June 27, 2025 From 6 PM to 2 AM
Long Beach	The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) will conduct a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint on Thursday night in East Long Beach. Check DUIBlock.net for more local details and updates.	Thursday, June 26, 2025 From 6 PM to 2 AM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Whittier Boulevard and Fresno Street	Thursday, June 26, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Sepulveda Boulevard and Parthenia Street	Saturday, June 21, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Marylee Street	Saturday, June 21, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
San Gabriel, CA	🚔 The San Gabriel Police Department will also be setting up a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location within San Gabriel. 📲 Get real-time updates and more details on DUIBlock.net.	Friday, June 20, 2025, From 6 PM to 2 AM
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol – Olympic Area: Covers areas including Koreatown and Arlington Heights.	Monday, June 9, 2025 From 3 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol – Foothill Area: Covers areas including Pacoima, Sun Valley, Shadow Hills, Sunland, and Tujunga.	Sunday, June 8, 2025 From 12 PM to 8 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint – Manchester Avenue and Main Street: Located in South Los Angeles, near the Florence and Broadway-Manchester neighborhoods.	Sunday, June 8, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint – Parthenia Street and Haskell Avenue: Located in North Hills, near Sepulveda and Panorama City.	Saturday, June 7, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol – South Bureau: Covers areas including Watts, Florence, South Park, and Harbor Gateway.	Saturday, June 7, 2025 From 6 PM to 2 AM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint – Venice Boulevard and Ocean Avenue: Located in Venice, near Santa Monica and Marina del Rey.	Friday, June 6, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint – Gage Street and Central Avenue: Located in South Los Angeles, near South Park and Florence neighborhoods.	Thursday, June 5, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint – Van Nuys Boulevard and Beachy Avenue: Located in Arleta, near Pacoima and Panorama City.	Thursday, June 5, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol in Topanga Area: The DUI saturation patrol is active throughout the Topanga area, which is part of the Santa Monica Mountains region west of Los Angeles. This area includes Topanga Canyon and is known for its scenic roads and rural community vibe.	Sunday, June 1, 2025 From 12 PM to 8 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Western Avenue and Venice Boulevard: This checkpoint is located at the intersection of Western Avenue and Venice Boulevard, close to the Arlington Heights and West Adams neighborhoods. It’s a short distance from the University of Southern California (USC) campus.	Friday, May 30, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Crenshaw Boulevard and Jefferson Boulevard: Set up near the corner of Crenshaw Boulevard and Jefferson Boulevard, this checkpoint is in the Crenshaw district, a well-known neighborhood in South Los Angeles. It’s near the Baldwin Hills and Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area.	Friday, May 30, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Florence Avenue and Central Avenue: This DUI checkpoint is positioned at the busy intersection of Florence Avenue and Central Avenue, near the South Los Angeles area. It’s close to the Exposition Park area and not far from the University of Southern California (USC).	Friday, May 30, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Olympic Boulevard and Orme Avenue: Located where Olympic Boulevard meets Orme Avenue, this checkpoint is near the Mid-City area of Los Angeles. It’s close to the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook and within easy reach of the Crenshaw district.	Thursday, May 29, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Sepulveda Boulevard and Rayen Street: This checkpoint is set up near the Sepulveda Boulevard and Rayen Street intersection, close to the Westchester neighborhood in Los Angeles. It’s near Loyola Marymount University and just a short drive from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).	Thursday, May 29, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol in the North Hollywood area: This means police will be heavily patrolling North Hollywood, not just at one spot but throughout the neighborhood. They’ll be watching for signs of impaired driving, especially in busy nightlife or traffic areas.	Monday, May 26, 2025 From 12 PM to 8 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Figueroa Street and 60th Street: The checkpoint is set up right at the intersection of Figueroa St and 60th St, which is located in South Los Angeles, near the Vermont Square and Florence neighborhoods. Drivers passing through this area will be stopped and checked.	Sunday, May 25, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Vermont Avenue and 2nd Street: This checkpoint is happening at the corner of Vermont Ave and 2nd St, which is in the Koreatown area of Los Angeles, just west of downtown. Expect delays if you’re driving in this part of town.	Saturday, May 24, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Checkpoint at Lincoln Boulevard and Maxella Avenue: This location is near the Marina del Rey and Venice area. It’s a busy spot close to shopping centers and the beach. Officers will be checking drivers right at this intersection.	Friday, May 23, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	DUI Saturation Patrol in the Hollenbeck area: This is a general patrol happening in the Hollenbeck Division area, which includes neighborhoods like Boyle Heights, Lincoln Heights, and El Sereno. Police will be actively looking for DUI drivers across these communities.	Thursday, May 22, 2025 From 4 PM to 12 AM
South Gate	DUI Checkpoint scheduled at an undisclosed spot within city limits (city not specified).	Friday, May 16, 2025 From 6 PM to 2 AM
Long Beach	RoadBlocks somewhere in the department's South Patrol Division, which covers Downtown Long Beach, in addition to most of the area of Anaheim Street to Harbor Drive and the Los Angeles River to Cherry Avenue.	Friday, May 16, 2025, From 6 PM to 2 AM
Los Angeles	Increased DUI patrols will be active in the Central Area.	Monday, May 5, 2025 From 3 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	A DUI checkpoint is set up at Sherman Way and Independence Avenue.	Monday, May 5, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	Law enforcement will run extra DUI patrols in the Foothill Area.	Sunday, May 4, 2025 From 12 PM to 8 PM
Los Angeles	Expect a DUI checkpoint near Figueroa Street and 75th Street.	Sunday, May 4, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	A sobriety checkpoint is planned for Osborne Street and the Golden State Freeway.	Saturday, May 3, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Santa Clarita	DUI screening will take place in the Santa Clarita unincorporated area.	Friday May 2, 2025, From 8 PM to 2 AM
Santa Monica	Santa Monica Police will set up a DUI checkpoint at a secret location.	Friday May 2, 2025, From 6 PM to 2 AM
Los Angeles	A DUI checkpoint will be operating at Parthenia Street and Wilbur Avenue.	Friday, May 2, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	Be aware of a DUI checkpoint at Pacific Avenue and 1st Street.	Friday, May 2, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	Extra DUI patrols will be out in full force in the Hollywood Area.	Thursday, May 1, 2025 From 3 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles	Officers will be checking drivers at a DUI checkpoint at Sunset Boulevard and Coronado Street.	Thursday, May 1, 2025 From 6 PM to 11 PM

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Los Angeles, California, is not only one of the largest and most heavily populated cities in the United States—it’s also home to an expansive network of roadways, nightlife hotspots, and high-volume traffic corridors. Because of this, DUI (Driving Under the Influence) enforcement is a major focus for law enforcement agencies in the region.

In Los Angeles, DUI checkpoints (retenes en los angeles) and saturation patrols are regularly set up by various law enforcement agencies to catch impaired drivers and reduce traffic fatalities. These checkpoints are typically placed in high-risk areas based on DUI arrest data, traffic accidents, and alcohol-related incidents.

Main DUI enforcement agencies in Los Angeles:

Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)
California Highway Patrol (CHP)
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
Local municipal police departments (e.g., Beverly Hills PD, Santa Monica PD, Glendale PD)

Below is a comprehensive list of common DUI checkpoint areas in and around Los Angeles, with detailed explanations of why each area is frequently monitored.

1. Figueroa Street and 75th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90003

Intersection: S Figueroa St & W 75th St
Agency: LAPD South Traffic Division
This area is near residential neighborhoods and local businesses. With high pedestrian traffic and connectivity to major streets like Florence Avenue and Manchester Avenue, it’s a common DUI checkpoint spot.

2. Main Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90037

Intersection: S Main St & W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Agency: LAPD South Bureau
Located near schools, shopping centers, and churches, this busy corridor is routinely monitored for impaired driving.

3. Olympic Boulevard and Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90019

Intersection: W Olympic Blvd & Crenshaw Blvd
Agency: LAPD West Traffic Division
This intersection serves as a major east-west and north-south route through the city. The area is well-lit and ideal for nighttime checkpoints.

4. Van Nuys Boulevard and Roscoe Boulevard, Panorama City, CA 91402

Intersection: Van Nuys Blvd & Roscoe Blvd
Agency: LAPD Valley Traffic Division
A major commercial corridor with several car dealerships and fast-food outlets, often targeted on weekends and holidays.

5. La Brea Avenue and 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Intersection: S La Brea Ave & W 3rd St
Agency: LAPD Wilshire Division
This stretch features entertainment venues, bars, and high pedestrian activity, making it a hotspot for enforcement.

6. Sunset Boulevard and Coronado Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Intersection: Sunset Blvd & N Coronado St
Agency: LAPD Rampart Division
Located near Echo Park and Silver Lake, this trendy zone is often monitored on weekend nights.

7. Sherman Way and Independence Avenue, Canoga Park, CA 91303

Intersection: Sherman Way & Independence Ave
Agency: LAPD Topanga Division
This West Valley neighborhood is patrolled due to its nightlife and corridor of restaurants and bars.

8. Parthenia Street and Wilbur Avenue, Northridge, CA 91324

Intersection: Parthenia St & Wilbur Ave
Agency: LAPD Devonshire Division
Located near schools and suburban homes, this checkpoint location is used to deter nighttime drunk driving.

9. Pacific Avenue and 1st Street, Long Beach, CA 90802

Intersection: Pacific Ave & W 1st St
Agency: Long Beach Police Department
Downtown Long Beach hosts regular checkpoints, especially near bars, nightclubs, and the waterfront.

10. Slauson Avenue and Normandie Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90047

Intersection: W Slauson Ave & S Normandie Ave
Agency: LAPD South Bureau
A frequent DUI location due to late-night fast-food traffic and access to the 110 Freeway.

11. Florence Avenue and Hoover Street, Los Angeles, CA 90044

Intersection: W Florence Ave & S Hoover St
Agency: LAPD 77th Street Division
This busy corridor includes multiple gas stations and local shops, often checked during high-traffic nights.

12. Balboa Boulevard and Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91325

Intersection: Balboa Blvd & Nordhoff St
Agency: LAPD Valley Bureau
Close to California State University, Northridge (CSUN), the student population makes this a target area for sobriety enforcement.

13. Western Avenue and Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90006

Intersection: S Western Ave & Venice Blvd
Agency: LAPD Olympic Division
This busy intersection connects mid-city to the downtown area and sees a lot of nightlife-related traffic.

14. Crenshaw Boulevard and 54th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90043

Intersection: Crenshaw Blvd & W 54th St
Agency: LAPD Southwest Division
Crenshaw corridor is an active nightlife zone and a primary enforcement area on weekends.

15. Imperial Highway and Wilmington Avenue, Lynwood, CA 90262

Intersection: E Imperial Hwy & S Wilmington Ave
Agency: LASD Century Station
Located near freeway exits and a dense residential population, this checkpoint location helps enforce DUI laws effectively in South LA.

16. Avalon Boulevard and El Segundo Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90061

Intersection: S Avalon Blvd & E El Segundo Blvd
Agency: LASD South LA Station
A common route for drivers leaving events and clubs, this area sees frequent law enforcement activity.

17. Highland Avenue and Franklin Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90028

Intersection: N Highland Ave & Franklin Ave
Agency: LAPD Hollywood Division
The heart of Hollywood nightlife, heavily patrolled during weekends and special events.

18. Whittier Boulevard and Arizona Avenue, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

Intersection: E Whittier Blvd & Arizona Ave
Agency: LASD East LA Station
A known DUI checkpoint zone near clubs and late-night eateries.

19. Santa Monica – Lincoln Boulevard and Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Intersection: Lincoln Blvd & Pico Blvd
Agency: Santa Monica Police Department
Located near Santa Monica College and popular tourist zones, this corridor sees significant weekend nightlife and beach traffic. DUI checkpoints are often staged here to monitor drivers leaving bars and restaurants on Main Street and the Santa Monica Pier.

20. Santa Monica – Ocean Avenue and Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Intersection: Ocean Ave & Colorado Ave
Agency: Santa Monica Police Department
Just steps from the Santa Monica Promenade, this area is highly congested with pedestrians and evening drivers. Law enforcement uses checkpoints here to intercept potentially impaired tourists and locals returning to the freeway.

21. Beverly Hills – Wilshire Boulevard and Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Intersection: Wilshire Blvd & S Beverly Dr
Agency: Beverly Hills Police Department
This upscale retail and nightlife district sees high-profile events and traffic. Officers set up checkpoints to enforce DUI laws around Rodeo Drive, particularly on Friday and Saturday evenings.

22. Beverly Hills – Sunset Boulevard and N Whittier Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Intersection: Sunset Blvd & N Whittier Dr
Agency: Beverly Hills Police Department
A scenic route lined with large estates, this road becomes risky when drivers leave nearby parties or private events. DUI operations here aim to stop impaired drivers from accessing freeway on-ramps nearby.

23. Glendale – Brand Boulevard and Colorado Street, Glendale, CA 91204

Intersection: Brand Blvd & W Colorado St
Agency: Glendale Police Department
A densely packed shopping and dining corridor, especially near The Americana at Brand. DUI checkpoints are placed near exits of parking garages and major roads to monitor post-dinner and event traffic.

24. Glendale – Central Avenue and Chevy Chase Drive, Glendale, CA 91205

Intersection: S Central Ave & E Chevy Chase Dr
Agency: Glendale Police Department
A common DUI enforcement location for traffic coming from nightlife areas of both Glendale and nearby Eagle Rock and Atwater Village.

25. Pasadena – Fair Oaks Avenue and Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91103

Intersection: N Fair Oaks Ave & E Colorado Blvd
Agency: Pasadena Police Department
Located in the Old Town Pasadena entertainment district, this intersection is a primary DUI checkpoint area during weekends, holidays, and after parades or sports events at the Rose Bowl.

26. Pasadena – Lake Avenue and Cordova Street, Pasadena, CA 91101

Intersection: S Lake Ave & Cordova St
Agency: Pasadena Police Department
With a mix of retail, residential, and nightlife venues, this part of Pasadena has regular DUI enforcement, especially after 10 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.

27. Inglewood – Prairie Avenue and Century Boulevard, Inglewood, CA 90303

Intersection: Prairie Ave & W Century Blvd
Agency: Inglewood Police Department
Located near The Kia Forum and SoFi Stadium, this area experiences intense traffic during concerts and NFL games. DUI checkpoints are set up post-events to protect against post-tailgate impaired driving.

28. Inglewood – Manchester Boulevard and Crenshaw Boulevard, Inglewood, CA 90305

Intersection: W Manchester Blvd & Crenshaw Blvd
Agency: Inglewood Police Department
A nightlife-heavy intersection and main corridor for westbound traffic toward LAX, this spot is closely monitored during weekend nights and holidays.

29. El Monte – Valley Boulevard and Baldwin Avenue, El Monte, CA 91731

Intersection: Valley Blvd & N Baldwin Ave
Agency: El Monte Police Department
This busy commercial zone has seen increased DUI activity in recent years. Checkpoints are placed here due to its proximity to bars, karaoke lounges, and banquet halls.

30. West Hollywood – Santa Monica Boulevard and La Cienega Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Intersection: Santa Monica Blvd & La Cienega Blvd
Agency: LASD West Hollywood Station
Known for its nightlife and LGBTQ+ district, WeHo sees large weekend foot traffic and evening vehicle traffic. DUI checkpoints are often set up late at night and during large events like Pride or Halloween.

31. West Hollywood – Sunset Boulevard and Doheny Drive, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Intersection: Sunset Blvd & N Doheny Dr
Agency: LASD West Hollywood Station
Near iconic venues like The Viper Room and Whisky a Go Go, this stretch of Sunset Strip is one of LA’s DUI hot zones.

32. Culver City – Washington Boulevard and Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA 90232

Intersection: W Washington Blvd & Overland Ave
Agency: Culver City Police Department
The arts and downtown dining district hosts several high-traffic venues. DUI enforcement focuses on evenings and major city-sponsored events.

33. Carson – Avalon Boulevard and Carson Street, Carson, CA 90745

Intersection: S Avalon Blvd & E Carson St
Agency: LASD Carson Station
With high activity around the Dignity Health Sports Park, checkpoints here are common after LA Galaxy matches and concerts.

34. Pomona – Holt Avenue and Indian Hill Boulevard, Pomona, CA 91767

Intersection: E Holt Ave & N Indian Hill Blvd
Agency: Pomona Police Department
Pomona’s nightlife and music scene make it a focus for DUI efforts, especially during county fair season.