Law enforcement will increase DWI patrols for Memorial Day weekend

Posted 22 May 2023 at 9:43 am

Press Release, Orleans County Sheriff Chris Bourke

ALBION – Memorial Day is one of the busiest travel holidays of the year and marks the official start of summer. Law enforcement agencies and local STOP-DWI programs will collaborate across the state and will be out in force in this coordinated effort to reduce the number of impaired driving-related injuries and deaths.

Orleans County Sheriff Chris Bourke, who is also the county’s STOP-DWI coordinator, announced local law enforcement agencies plan to join forces in a STOP-DWI Memorial Day Weekend High Visibility Engagement Campaign from May 26–30.

He urges people to have a plan to not drink and drive. For the “Have a Plan” Mobile App, click here.