DUI Checkpoints Tonight: Friday, July 24, 2026

John Campanella
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John Campanella

John Campanella is a Northern California DUI defense attorney with nearly 30 years of experience handling DUI cases in criminal courts and DMV proceedings. He is a nationally certified expert in Field Sobriety Testing (NHTSA) and forensic toxicology, and a member of the National College of DUI Defense and the California DUI Lawyers Association. He focuses exclusively on DUI-related cases and legal education.

Published by Dinesh K Verma
07/24/2026

If you’re heading out this evening, it’s a good idea to stay informed about the DUI checkpoints tonight that have been announced by law enforcement agencies. Whether you’re commuting, meeting friends, or returning home after work, knowing where DUI enforcement operations are taking place can help you understand what to expect on the road.

At DUI Checkpoints Finder, we publish publicly announced DUI checkpoints to promote road safety and encourage responsible driving. Our mission is to help keep communities informed while reminding everyone of one simple message:

Don’t Drink and Drive

Alcohol and driving are a dangerous combination. If you’ve been drinking, choose a designated driver, call a rideshare, take a taxi, or stay where you are until you’re sober. Making the right decision could save your life or someone else’s.


DUI Checkpoints Tonight in California

Several police departments and sheriff’s offices across California have announced DUI checkpoint operations for Friday, July 24, 2026. Here are the confirmed checkpoints announced so far.

Tiburon DUI Checkpoint Tonight

A DUI checkpoint will be conducted at an undisclosed location within Tiburon, selected based on previous traffic crashes and impaired driving incidents.

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM

Huntington Beach DUI Checkpoint Tonight

The Huntington Beach Police Department (HBPD) will conduct a CDL/DUI Checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the city.

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM


Los Angeles DUI Checkpoint – Northridge

Drivers traveling through Northridge should expect a DUI checkpoint at:

Nordhoff Street & Zelzah Avenue, Northridge, Los Angeles

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM


Los Angeles DUI Checkpoint – Mar Vista

Another DUI checkpoint has been announced in the Mar Vista area at:

Venice Boulevard & Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM


Jurupa Valley DUI Checkpoint Tonight

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, Jurupa Valley Station, will operate a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint at an undisclosed location.

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM


Modesto DUI Checkpoint Tonight

The Modesto Police Department has announced a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the city.

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 3:00 AM


Yucaipa DUI Checkpoint Tonight

The Yucaipa Police Department will conduct a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location.

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM


Oxnard DUI Checkpoint Tonight

A DUI checkpoint will be conducted somewhere within Oxnard city limits. According to law enforcement, the location was selected because of previous DUI-related crashes and arrests in the area.

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM


Poway DUI Checkpoint Tonight

The Poway Sheriff’s Station will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint at an undisclosed location.

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM


Ceres DUI Checkpoint Tonight

The Ceres Police Department will conduct a DUI checkpoint somewhere within the city.

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 3:00 AM


Sacramento DUI Checkpoint Tonight

The Sacramento Police Department has announced a DUI checkpoint that will operate somewhere within the City of Sacramento.

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM


New Jersey DUI Checkpoint Tonight

Colts Neck Sobriety Checkpoint

The Colts Neck Township Police Department, together with the Monmouth County DWI Task Force, will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on northbound Route 34. Vehicles will be directed into the DPW yard near Route 18 for screening.

Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM

DUI Checkpoints Tonight in Tennessee

The Tennessee Highway Patrol has announced multiple DUI checkpoints across the state for Friday, July 24, 2026. Drivers traveling through these counties should expect increased DUI enforcement throughout the evening.


Knox County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

A DUI checkpoint will be conducted at the intersection of Governor John Sevier Highway (State Route 168) and French Road.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Campbell County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

A DUI checkpoint has been scheduled at the intersection of State Route 116 and Little Cove Creek Road.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Sevier County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

Drivers can expect a DUI checkpoint at the intersection of US Highway 321 (Wears Valley Road) and Foothills Parkway.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Coffee County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

Law enforcement will conduct a DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Highway 280 and Fredonia Road.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Hardeman County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

A DUI checkpoint is planned on State Route 57 near Mile Marker 20.2.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Shelby County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

A DUI checkpoint will be conducted on State Route 204, south of Pleasant Ridge Road.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Greene County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

Drivers traveling on Blue Springs Parkway, approximately 0.2 miles west of US Highway 11E, should expect a DUI checkpoint.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Putnam County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

A DUI checkpoint has been announced at the intersection of US Highway 70 and Tennessee Avenue.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Cannon County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

Law enforcement will conduct a DUI checkpoint on State Route 53, approximately 0.1 mile south of Mile Marker 1.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Overton County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

A DUI checkpoint is scheduled on Highway 52 near the Clay County line.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Bedford County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

Drivers should expect a DUI checkpoint on State Route 82 near Mile Marker 6.5.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Giles County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

A DUI checkpoint will be in operation on US Highway 31 near Mile Marker 9.5.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


Lake County DUI Checkpoint Tonight

Law enforcement officers will conduct a DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Route 78 and Upper Wynburg Road.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026


More DUI Checkpoints May Be Added Tonight

Law enforcement agencies sometimes announce additional DUI checkpoints throughout the day. As more official information becomes available, this article will be updated with newly announced checkpoints.

Some agencies also announce checkpoints without revealing the exact location in advance. If those locations are later confirmed by law enforcement, we will update this page with the confirmed details as soon as they become available.

Be sure to check back throughout the evening for the latest updates.


Why Do Police Conduct DUI Checkpoints?

DUI checkpoints are designed to improve public safety by identifying impaired drivers before they cause serious crashes. These enforcement operations also remind drivers about the dangers and legal consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Officers may briefly stop vehicles to check for signs of impairment and verify that drivers have a valid license when required by state law.

The goal is simple: to reduce impaired driving and save lives.


What to Do If You Drive Through a DUI Checkpoint

If you encounter a checkpoint tonight, remember these simple tips:

  • Slow down and follow all traffic signs.
  • Keep your driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance ready.
  • Be polite and follow the officer’s instructions.
  • Never make an unsafe turn or attempt to avoid the checkpoint.
  • If you have been drinking, do not drive. Arrange a safe ride home instead.

A DUI Attorney’s Perspective

From a DUI defense attorney’s perspective, every driver has important legal rights during a traffic stop or DUI checkpoint. However, the easiest way to avoid legal trouble is to never drive after consuming alcohol or drugs.

A DUI arrest can result in significant fines, license suspension, higher insurance rates, mandatory education programs, and even jail time depending on the circumstances and state law. Beyond the legal penalties, impaired driving puts innocent lives at risk.

Planning ahead before drinking is always the safest and smartest decision.


Public Safety Message: Don’t Drink and Drive

Every year, impaired driving causes preventable injuries and fatalities across the United States. One bad decision can change lives forever.

If you’re celebrating tonight:

  • Don’t drink and drive.
  • Choose a designated driver.
  • Use Uber, Lyft, a taxi, or public transportation.
  • Stay overnight if you’re not safe to drive.
  • Help friends make responsible choices before they get behind the wheel.

At DUI Checkpoints Finder, our purpose is to provide publicly available checkpoint information while promoting safer roads—not to help impaired drivers avoid law enforcement.

Drive sober. Arrive safely. Help keep our roads safe for everyone.