This is an advisory from the Novato Police Department regarding day drinking and driving:
This past week has proven to be quite a busy one for our officers with daytime DUI’s. While out in the community focusing on efforts to reduce unsafe driving, NPD officers found 4 drivers, who were found to be under the influence of alcohol during the day.
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On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, around 11:08AM a Novato Police Sergeant stopped a man for a cell phone violation on DeLong Ave. The driver had a suspended driver’s license and as a result the vehicle would be towed. Officers subsequently found an open container of alcohol in the center console of the vehicle. A DUI investigation revealed the driver had been driving under the influence and he and was arrested for DUI.
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On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, around 4:15PM a Novato Police Officer noticed a person driving at an unsafe speed on San Marin Dr. The Officer realized the driver was showing obvious signs of being intoxicated and an open container was seen inside the car. The driver refused to take the Field Sobriety Tests, but provided a breath sample of over 2x the legal limit. He was arrested for DUI and safely booked into the Marin County Jail.
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On Monday, February 12, 2023, around 9:45AM, Novato Police Officers responded to reports of an intoxicated person on Grant Ave in a parked/running vehicle. The owner of the vehicle was contacted and appeared to be under the influence. He refused Field Sobriety Tests, but subsequently provided a breath sample of over 3x the legal limit. He was arrested for DUI and safely booked into the Marin County Jail.
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On Monday, February 12, 2024, around 3:01PM, a Novato Police Sergeant stopped a woman for speeding in the area of Novato Blvd. and Eucalyptus Ave. After speaking with the driver, the Sergeant immediately observed signs of impairment. The driver refused Field Sobriety Tests and tried to walk away from the scene, while delaying handcuffing efforts. She was subsequently arrested and provided a breath sample of almost 4x the legal limit. The driver was safely booked into the Marin County Jail.
Thankfully, no one was injured during all of these incidents.
Remember:
Never drink and drive.
Don’t let someone get behind the wheel if that person has been drinking or doing drugs.
If you’re hosting a gathering, make sure everyone has a sober ride home.
Always wear your seat belt. It’s your best defense against impaired drivers.
The Novato Police Department continues to prioritize enforcement of impaired drivers and create safer roadways for our community. Please remember it is a violation to operate any motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other substances. We encourage our community to report impaired drivers on our roadways and to engage in responsible consumption of alcohol by designating a driver or utilizing a ride share service such as Uber or Lyft.
Give us a call day (415-897-4361) or night (415-899-1122) to report suspicious activity. In an emergency, call 9-1-1. For more information, www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/drunk-driving.
Together, we can create a safer community for all!
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