If you’re celebrating Independence Day with fireworks, barbecues, or parties, expect to see more police officers, DUI checkpoints, and saturation patrols on the roads. Law enforcement agencies across several states are increasing enforcement to help keep everyone safe and prevent impaired driving.
California – Los Angeles DUI Checkpoint Operations
📅 Date: July 4, 2026
📍 Location: Long Beach, California
Police will conduct a DUI checkpoint at the following location:
- Intersection of Pacific Coast Highway (State Route 1) & East 2nd Street, Long Beach, CA 90803
🕘 Time: 9:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Note: DUI checkpoints are often announced by the nearest major intersection rather than an exact street number. For this checkpoint, the published location is the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and East 2nd Street in Long Beach, California 90803.
California – San Diego DUI Patrol Operations
📅 Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026, through the holiday weekend
📍 Location: San Diego County, California
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office is increasing DUI patrols throughout San Diego County during the Independence Day holiday weekend. Deputies will conduct enhanced enforcement on major highways, city streets, and areas with increased holiday traffic to identify and arrest impaired drivers.
Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, use a designated driver or rideshare service, and never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Florida – Palm Beach County DUI Saturation Patrols
Agency: Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO)
📅 Dates:
- Friday, July 3, 2026
- Saturday, July 4, 2026
- Sunday, July 5, 2026
🕒 Enforcement Times:
- Friday: 8:00 PM – 4:00 AM
- Saturday: Extra DUI patrols throughout the day and evening
- Sunday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
📍 Location: Palm Beach County, Florida
Deputies will patrol major highways and local roads throughout Palm Beach County, with increased enforcement in:
- West Palm Beach
- Boca Raton
- Delray Beach
- Boynton Beach
- Lake Worth Beach
- Wellington
- Jupiter
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Riviera Beach
- Royal Palm Beach
The goal is to remove impaired drivers from the road and reduce crashes during the busy holiday weekend.
Florida – Tampa DUI Patrol Operations
📅 Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026, through the holiday weekend
📍 Location: Tampa, Florida
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office DUI Unit is partnering with the Tampa Police Department, Florida Highway Patrol, and University of South Florida (USF) Police to conduct enhanced DUI patrols throughout the holiday weekend. Officers will focus on identifying and removing impaired drivers from Tampa-area roadways to help keep the community safe.
Motorists are urged to drive sober, use a designated driver or rideshare service, and never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Alabama – Huntsville DUI Checkpoint Operations
📅 Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
📍 Location: Huntsville, Alabama
Police may conduct checkpoint operations at several locations, including:
- Jordan Lane & Sparkman Drive
- Mastin Lake Road & Pulaski Pike
- Bankhead Parkway & Douglas Lane
- Cecil Ashburn Drive & Old Big Cove Road
- Church Street & Pratt Avenue
- Clinton Avenue & Monroe Street
- University Drive & Old Monrovia Road
- University Drive & Research Park Boulevard
Drivers should expect extra traffic enforcement and be prepared to stop if directed by officers.
California – Fresno DUI Checkpoint
Agency: Fresno Police Department
📅 Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
🕒 Time: 9:00 PM – 3:00 AM
📍 Location: Undisclosed location in Fresno, California
The Fresno Police Department will operate a DUI checkpoint during the evening. While the exact location has not been announced, officers will be looking for impaired drivers to help keep the roads safe.
Virginia – Prince William Extra DUI Patrols
📅 Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
📍 Location: Prince William County, Virginia
Police officers will conduct extra DUI patrols throughout the county.
Enforcement will include:
- Cars
- Motorcycles
- Bicycles
- E-bikes
If you’re celebrating, make sure you have a safe way to get home before you head out.
Stay Safe This Holiday Weekend
The Fourth of July is one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. A little planning can help keep you and others safe.
- Choose a designated driver before you start drinking.
- Use a rideshare or taxi if you’ve consumed alcohol.
- Never drive while impaired.
- Always wear your seat belt.
- Watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and emergency vehicles.
Whether you’re attending a fireworks show, visiting family, or heading to a backyard barbecue, making safe choices can help everyone enjoy a fun and safe Independence Day weekend.
