DUI Checkpoints in Los Angeles

 

CityLocationDate
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol planned in Van Nuys, covering the central San Fernando Valley, including nearby Sherman Oaks, Panorama City, and Lake Balboa.Sunday, July 26, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol planned across South Los Angeles, including the 77th Division and Southeast Division areas near Florence-Graham, Watts, and Huntington Park.Sunday, July 26, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint planned at Western Avenue and 8th Street, just south of Koreatown and near MacArthur Park and Downtown Los Angeles.Sunday, July 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint planned at Nordhoff Street and Zelzah Avenue in Northridge, near CSUN, Granada Hills, and Porter Ranch.Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint planned at Venice Boulevard and Centinela Avenue, serving drivers traveling through Mar Vista, Culver City, and Marina del Rey.Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol planned in the Newton Division area, covering neighborhoods near USC, Historic South Central, and Central-Alameda.Wednesday, July 22, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol planned across South Los Angeles, including the 77th Division and Southeast Division areas near Florence-Graham, Watts, and Huntington Park.Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol planned in the Olympic Division area, serving Koreatown, Westlake, Pico-Union, and nearby Downtown Los Angeles.Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol planned in North Hollywood, covering the NoHo Arts District and nearby Studio City, Valley Village, and Burbank.Monday, July 20, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Van NuysTraffic Safety Checkpoint Near Van Nuys Boulevard and Keswick StreetFriday, July 17, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol in the Foothill Division, serving the northeast San Fernando Valley.Sunday, July 12, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM
Monterey ParkThe 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
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint at Van Nuys Boulevard and Oneida Avenue in the Panorama City area.Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol across the 77th and Southeast Divisions, covering South Los Angeles communities.Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM
Santa MonicaExpect 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 AngelesDUI Checkpoint at Figueroa Street and 9th Street in Downtown Los Angeles.Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint at Reseda Boulevard and Devonshire Street in the Northridge neighborhood.Wednesday, July 8, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol throughout the Rampart Division, including Westlake and Pico-Union.Wednesday, July 8, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol in the Devonshire Division, serving Chatsworth, Granada Hills, Northridge, and Porter Ranch.Monday, July 6, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Saturation Patrol in the Olympic Division, covering Koreatown, Arlington Heights, Mid-Wilshire, and nearby neighborhoods.Monday, July 6, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Bell GardensThe 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
Los AngelesPolice to Conduct DUI Checkpoint at Vermont Ave & Monroe St (Koreatown Area)Sunday, July 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint Planned for Victory Blvd & Babcock Ave (Valley Glen)Friday, July 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesLaw Enforcement to Increase DUI Patrols in the 77th & Southeast DivisionsFriday, July 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesPolice Scheduling a Sobriety Checkpoint at Melrose Ave & Oxford AveThursday, July 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint Expected Near Florence Ave & Main St (South Los Angeles)Thursday, July 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesOfficers Conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint on Venice Blvd at Western AveThursday, July 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesEnhanced DUI Patrols Scheduled Throughout the Northeast DivisionWednesday, July 1, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesPolice to Operate a DUI Checkpoint Near Van Nuys Blvd & Hartland St (Panorama City)Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesHigh-Visibility DUI Enforcement Planned in the 77th & Southeast DivisionsTuesday, June 30, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesOlympic Division to See Increased DUI Saturation PatrolsTuesday, June 30, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” South Los Angeles Area (77th/Southeast Division) โ€“ DUI Saturation PatrolSaturday, June 27, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” Venice, Mar Vista, Playa Vista & Westchester Area (Pacific Division) โ€“ DUI-D Saturation PatrolSaturday, June 27, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
GlendaleGlendale 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
San GabrielSan 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
Baldwin ParkBaldwin 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
Los Angeles๐Ÿšง Hollywood, Fairfax & Hancock Park Area (La Brea Ave & Oakwood Ave) โ€“ DUI CheckpointFriday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿšง North Hills & Panorama City Area (Sepulveda Blvd & Parthenia St) โ€“ DUI CheckpointFriday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿšง Pacoima, Arleta & Sun Valley Area (Woodman Ave & Montague St) โ€“ DUI CheckpointFriday, June 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿšง Cypress Park, Highland Park & Lincoln Heights Area (Figueroa St & Cypress Ave) โ€“ DUI CheckpointThursday, June 25, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” Boyle Heights, El Sereno & City Terrace Area (Hollenbeck Division) โ€“ DUI Saturation PatrolWednesday, June 24, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” Venice Beach, Del Rey, Playa Vista & Westchester Area (Pacific Division) โ€“ DUI Saturation PatrolTuesday, June 23, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesMission Division to Conduct DUI Saturation PatrolsMonday, June 22, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesHarbor Division to Conduct DUI Saturation PatrolsSaturday, June 20, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint Planned at Van Nuys and Glen OaksSaturday, June 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint Planned at Venice and CulverFriday, June 19, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint Planned at 3rd and AlamedaThursday, June 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint Planned at Western and WashingtonThursday, June 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Long BeachLaw enforcement officers with LBPD are planning a DUI and driverโ€™s license checkpoint Thursday in East Long Beach.Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
Los Angeles77th/Southeast Division to Conduct DUI Saturation PatrolsWednesday, June 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesCentral Division to Conduct DUI Saturation PatrolsWednesday, June 17, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint Planned at Ventura and ColumbusWednesday, June 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesHollywood Division to Conduct DUI Saturation PatrolsTuesday, June 16, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” West Valley DUI Patrols: Drivers in Van Nuys, Reseda, Winnetka, and Woodland Hills Should Expect Increased EnforcementMonday, June 15, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” 77th Division DUI Enforcement: Additional Patrols Planned Throughout South Los Angeles and Surrounding NeighborhoodsSunday, June 14, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” Mission Division DUI Operation: Increased Patrol Presence Expected Around Mission Hills, Arleta, North Hills, and Panorama CitySaturday, June 13, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” 77th & Southeast Division DUI Crackdown: Enforcement Teams Will Patrol South LA, Florence, Huntington Park Border Areas, and WattsFriday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” Hollywood Area DUI Checkpoint: Planned Near Santa Monica Blvd & Bronson Ave, Affecting East Hollywood and Nearby CommunitiesFriday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” San Fernando Valley DUI Checkpoint: Scheduled at Tampa Ave & Victory Blvd Near Reseda, Lake Balboa, and EncinoFriday, June 12, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Monterey ParkThe Monterey Park Police Department will conduct a DUI and driver's license checkpoint somewhere within the Monterey Park city limits.Friday, June 12, 2026 | 4 PM to 2 AM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” South LA DUI Checkpoint: Planned Near Slauson Ave & I-110 Freeway for Drivers Traveling Through the AreaThursday, June 11, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” Newton Division DUI Patrols: Increased Enforcement Around Exposition Park, USC Area, and Historic South CentralWednesday, June 10, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los Angeles๐Ÿš” Olympic Division DUI Patrols: Drivers in Koreatown, Westlake, Pico-Union, and Downtown LA Should Expect Extra EnforcementTuesday, June 9, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesPolice to Increase DUI Patrol Presence in the Van Nuys DivisionMonday, June 8, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles77th Street and Southeast Los Angeles Areas Targeted for DUI EnforcementSunday, June 7, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesSobriety Checkpoint to Be Established Near Roscoe Blvd and Haskell Ave in Panorama CitySunday, June 7, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesCheckpoint Operation Planned on Pacific Coast Highway at Frigate Ave in WilmingtonSaturday, June 6, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
LancasterThe Lancaster Police Department will deploy a DUI checkpoint as part of its ongoing commitment to reducing impaired driving incidents.Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 1 AM
South GateThe South Gate Police Department has scheduled a DUI checkpoint operation at a location that has not been publicly announced.Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint Announced for Venice Blvd and Western Ave in Los AngelesFriday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesNorth Hollywood Drivers May Encounter Checkpoint at Lankershim Blvd and Strathern StFriday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Enforcement Activity Expected Near Sepulveda Blvd and Raymer St in North HillsFriday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesSobriety Screening Location Set for Western Ave and Jefferson BlvdFriday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesEast Hollywood Checkpoint Planned at Vermont Ave and Melrose AveThursday, June 4, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesVan Nuys DUI Checkpoint Scheduled at Sherman Way and Allott AveThursday, June 4, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesAdditional Saturation Patrols Assigned to the 77th Street and Southeast DivisionsTuesday, June 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesPacoima DUI Checkpoint Planned Near Van Nuys Blvd and Remick AveTuesday, June 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesFoothill Division Launches DUI Enforcement Patrols Across Local CommunitiesMonday, June 1, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
San MarinoDrivers 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
Los AngelesHarbor Division DUI Patrol Initiative UnderwaySunday, May 24, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesSherman Way & Woodman Boulevard to See DUI Checkpoint EnforcementSunday, May 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles77th and Southeast Division Preparing for DUI Saturation PatrolsSaturday, May 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesDUI Checkpoint Enforcement Planned at Roscoe & Noble IntersectionSaturday, May 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesVan Nuys Division Launching Impaired Driving Patrol OperationsFriday, May 22, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesWashington Boulevard & Yale Street Area to Host DUI CheckpointFriday, May 22, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
LancasterThe 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
Los AngelesYork Boulevard & Figueroa Street Selected for DUI Enforcement ActivityThursday, May 21, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Patrol Presence Increasing in 77th and Southeast DivisionWednesday, May 20, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesRoscoe Boulevard & Topanga Canyon Boulevard Checkpoint Planned for MotoristsWednesday, May 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesHollywood Division Officers Intensifying DUI Saturation PatrolsTuesday, May 19, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesMission Division officers will increase DUI saturation patrol activity across the area.Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM
Los AngelesSobriety checks are expected near Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Marylee Street.Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesPolice units will conduct DUI screening operations around Roscoe Boulevard and Coldwater Canyon Avenue.Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDrivers may notice checkpoint activity at Crenshaw Boulevard and Jefferson Boulevard.Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI enforcement operations are planned along Pacific Avenue near 1st Street.Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesOfficers will monitor impaired driving near Santa Monica Boulevard and Bronson Avenue.Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesA DUI checkpoint is expected near Olympic Boulevard and Orme Street.Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesLaw enforcement personnel will operate a checkpoint around Nordhoff Street and Woodley Avenue.Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesAdditional DUI patrol units will be active throughout the Olympic Division.Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesFoothill Division will also see increased DUI saturation enforcement tonight.Monday, May 11, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM
South GateA 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
Monterey ParkThe 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
Los AngelesWest Valley Division โ€“ DUI saturation patrol activeSunday, April 26, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM
Los AngelesWilshire Blvd & Valencia St โ€“ DUI checkpoint in placeSunday, April 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los Angeles77th / Southeast Division โ€“ DUI enforcement underwaySaturday, April 25, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 aM
Los Angeles77th Division โ€“ Saturation patrol operatingFriday, April 24, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesSanta Monica Blvd & Bronson Ave โ€“ DUI checkpoint set upFriday, April 24, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesVermont Ave & 1st St โ€“ Active DUI checkpointThursday, April 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesWhittier Blvd & Fresno St โ€“ Checkpoint location confirmedThursday, April 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesReseda Blvd & Clark St โ€“ DUI checkpoint activeThursday, April 23, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesCentral Division โ€“ Saturation patrol ongoingWednesday, April 22, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los Angeles77th & Southeast Division โ€“ Joint DUI enforcementWednesday, April 22, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesHollywood Division โ€“ DUI patrol presenceTuesday, April 21, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesMission Division โ€“ Saturation patrol activeMonday, April 20, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesCentral Division โ€“ DUI & drug enforcement in effectMonday, April 20, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDevonshire Division โ†’ DUI saturation patrol actively monitoring driversSunday, April 19, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM
Los Angeles77th / Southeast Division โ†’ Increased DUI patrol units on the roadSunday, April 19, 2026 | 4 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesManchester Avenue & Avalon Boulevard โ†’ DUI checkpoint stopping selected vehiclesSunday, April 19, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
GlendaleGlendale 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
Los AngelesSunset Boulevard & Coronado Street โ†’ Sobriety checkpoint with active screeningSaturday, April 18, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
East Los AngelesCHP East L.A. will carry out a DUI sobriety and driverโ€™s license checkpoint within the unincorporated area of East Los Angeles.Friday, April 17, 2026
Los AngelesLincoln Boulevard & Maxella Avenue โ†’ DUI checkpoint in operationFriday, April 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesCentury Boulevard & Western Avenue โ†’ Checkpoint with high visibility enforcementFriday, April 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesSepulveda Boulevard & Devonshire Street โ†’ DUI checkpoint conducting inspectionsFriday, April 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesWestern Avenue & Venice Boulevard โ†’ Active sobriety checkpoint locationFriday, April 17, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesPico Boulevard & Union Avenue โ†’ DUI checkpoint with routine stopsThursday, April 16, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesNewton Division โ†’ DUI saturation patrol covering the areaWednesday, April 15, 2026 | 4 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesNorth Hollywood Division conducting DUI saturationSunday, April 12, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM
Los Angeles77th/Southeast Division DUI saturation underwaySunday, April 12, 2026 | 4 PM to 2 AM
Los Angeles77th/Southeast Division DUI saturation underwaySaturday, April 11, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesDUI checkpoint set at La Brea Boulevard and Rosewood AvenueFriday, April 10, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI checkpoint set at Figueroa Street and 9th StreetThursday, April 9, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI checkpoint set at Balboa Boulevard and Nordhoff StreetWednesday, April 8, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesOlympic Division operating DUI saturation patrolTuesday, April 7, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesA DUI checkpoint has been established at Victory Boulevard and Babcock Avenue in Valley GlenSaturday, April 4, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesLaw enforcement is conducting a DUI saturation patrol across the Harbor Division, including multiple coastal communitiesSaturday, April 4, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesAnother patrol is focused on the Figueroa Corridor, covering a wide stretch between Gage Avenue and 107th StreetFriday, April 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesDrivers in Mar Vista will encounter a checkpoint near Sawtelle and National Boulevards, just west of the 405 FreewayFriday, April 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesIn Wilmington, a checkpoint is positioned along Pacific Coast Highway near Frigate Street, close to the 110 FreewayFriday, April 3, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesSouth Los Angeles has a checkpoint set up at Slauson Avenue and the 110 FreewayThursday, April 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesIn Hollywood, a DUI checkpoint is active at Santa Monica Boulevard and Bronson AvenueThursday, April 2, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesRampart Division is seeing increased DUI enforcement across several central neighborhoodsWednesday, April 1, 2026 | 4 PM to 2 AM
Los AngelesDUI Roadblock at Figueroa St and Laconia BlvdSunday, March 29, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Roadblock at Topanga Canyon Blvd and Marylee StSunday, March 29, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Roadblock at Nordhoff St and Woodley AveFriday, March 27, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Roadblock at Western Ave and Venice BlvdFriday, March 27, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Roadblock at Alameda St and 2nd StThursday, March 26, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesDUI Patrol Activity in Central DivisionWednesday, March 25, 2026 | 4 PM to 12 AM
Los AngelesDUI Patrol Activity in Wilshire DivisionTuesday, March 24, 2026 | 3 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesPolice are increasing DUI patrols in the Foothill DivisionSunday, March 22, 2026 | 12 PM to 8 PM
Los AngelesA DUI checkpoint is set at Florence Boulevard and Central AvenueSunday, March 22, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesThere is a DUI checkpoint at Ventura Boulevard and Columbus AvenueSaturday, March 21, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesA checkpoint is set up at Hyperion Avenue and Valley Brink RoadFriday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesPolice have a DUI checkpoint at La Brea Avenue and Oakwood AvenueFriday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Los AngelesA DUI checkpoint is running at Imperial Highway and Compton AvenueFriday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 11 PM
Santa MonicaThe Santa Monica Police Department has also confirmed plans to conduct a DUI checkpoint, with the location remaining undisclosed.Friday, March 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM

Last Updated: July 16, 2026

DUI Checkpoints Near You

DUI Checkpoints in Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, California, is not only one of the largest and most heavily populated cities in the United Statesโ€”itโ€™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 Sheriffโ€™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, itโ€™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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 LAโ€™s DUI hot zones.


32. Culver City โ€“ 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 โ€“ 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 โ€“ Holt Avenue and Indian Hill Boulevard, Pomona, CA 91767

  • Intersection: E Holt Ave & N Indian Hill Blvd

  • Agency: Pomona Police Department

  • Pomonaโ€™s nightlife and music scene make it a focus for DUI efforts, especially during county fair season.