DUI Checkpoints in Alabama: Current & Upcoming Locations

Find publicly announced DUI checkpoint information in Alabama, including available dates, cities, counties, and reported locations. DUI Checkpoints Finder organizes available checkpoint information in one place while promoting responsible driving, sober transportation, and safer roads throughout Alabama.

Last Updated: September 4, 2026
Verified by: Dinesh K Verma

Alabama Checkpoint Information

Current & Upcoming DUI Checkpoints in Alabama

The table below contains DUI checkpoint information currently available to DUI Checkpoints Finder. Depending on the available announcement, listings may include the county, city, reported location, date, and other details. Checkpoint operations can change, so individual listings should be treated as public-information notices rather than guarantees of a specific operation.

CountyCityCheckpoint LocationTime
MadisonHuntsvilleThe Huntsville Police Department will conduct a traffic safety checkpoint. Officers may set up checkpoints at one or more of the following intersections: Jordan Lane and Sparkman Drive; Mastin Lake Road and Pulaski Pike; Bankhead Parkway and Douglas Lane; Cecil Ashburn Drive and Old Big Cove Road; Governors Drive and Triana Avenue; Church Street and Pratt Avenue; Clinton Avenue and Monroe Street; University Drive and Old Monrovia Road; University Drive and Research Park Boulevard.Friday, September 4, 2026
TallapoosaTallapoosaThe Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Office will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in the 4000 block of Highway 50.Thursday, September 3, 2026 to Monday, September 7, 2026 | 3 PM to 6 AM
TallapoosaTallapoosaThe Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Office will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in the 11000 block of Highway 49 North.Thursday, September 3, 2026 to Monday, September 7, 2026 | 3 PM to 6 AM
TallapoosaTallapoosaThe Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Office will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in the 2000 block of County Road 34.Thursday, September 3, 2026 to Monday, September 7, 2026 | 3 PM to 6 AM
TallapoosaTallapoosaThe Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Office will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in the 9000 block of Highway 63 North.Thursday, September 3, 2026 to Monday, September 7, 2026 | 3 PM to 6 AM
TallapoosaTallapoosaThe Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Office will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in the 4000 block of Macedonia Road.Thursday, September 3, 2026 to Monday, September 7, 2026 | 3 PM to 6 AM
MadisonHuntsvilleThe Huntsville Police Department DUI Task Force will conduct a traffic safety checkpoint as part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.Friday, September 4, 2026
MadisonHuntsvilleJordan Lane and Sparkman Drive
Mastin Lake Road and Pulaski Pike
Bankhead Parkway and Douglas Lane
Cecil Ashburn Drive and Old Big Cove Road
Church Street and Pratt Avenue
Clinton Avenue and Monroe Street
University Drive and Old Monrovia Road
University Drive and Research Park Boulevard
Saturday, July 4, 2026
MadisonHuntsvilleHuntsville Police Department’s DUI Task Force will conduct a safety checkpoint on June 12 to deter impaired driving and enhance public safety.Friday, June 12, 2026
MadisonHuntsvilleDUI Checkpoint May be at Jordan Lane and Sparkman Drive or Mastin Lake Road and Pulaski Pike or Bankhead Parkway and Douglas Lane or Cecil Ashburn Drive and Old Big Cove Road or Church Street and Pratt Avenue or Clinton Avenue and Monroe Street or University Drive and Old Monrovia Road or University Drive and Research Park BoulevardFriday, April 17, 2026 | Tonight
MadisonHuntsvilleThe Huntsville Police Department’s (HPD) DUI Task Force will conduct a traffic safety checkpoint on Friday, March 20, as part of its ongoing effort to deter impaired driving and keep Huntsville’s roadways safe. Jordan Lane and Sparkman Drive, Mastin Lake Road and Pulaski Pike, Bankhead Parkway and Douglas Lane, Cecil Ashburn Drive and Old Big Cove Road, Church Street and Pratt Avenue, Clinton Avenue and Monroe Street, University Drive and Old Monrovia Road, University Drive and Research Park BoulevardFriday, March 20, 2026
MadisonHuntsvilleWilliams Avenue (between Church Street and Dr. Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard) will be closed. The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) will provide traffic control for the annual Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. MLK Day Celebration Parade on Saturday, Jan. 17Saturday, January 17, 2026 | 11 AM to 2 PM
MadisonHuntsvilleA sobriety checkpoint could take place near Jordan Lane and Sparkman Drive.Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | New Year's Eve
MadisonHuntsvilleLaw enforcement may set up a sobriety checkpoint at Mastin Lake Road and Pulaski Pike.Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | New Year's Eve
MadisonHuntsvilleDrivers should be aware of a possible sobriety checkpoint around Bankhead Parkway and Douglas Lane.Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | New Year's Eve
MadisonHuntsvilleA sobriety checkpoint may be conducted near Cecil Ashburn Drive and Old Big Cove Road.Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | New Year's Eve
MadisonHuntsvilleOfficers could conduct sobriety checks at Church Street and Pratt Avenue.Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | New Year's Eve
MadisonHuntsvilleA sobriety checkpoint is possible at Clinton Avenue and Monroe Street.Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | New Year's Eve
MadisonHuntsvilleMotorists should expect a potential sobriety checkpoint at University Drive and Old Monrovia Road.Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | New Year's Eve
MadisonHuntsvilleA sobriety checkpoint may be in place at University Drive and Research Park Boulevard.Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | New Year's Eve
MadisonHuntsvilleJordan Lane and Sparkman Drive. DUI Checkpoint: Driver license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.Friday, November 21, 2025
MadisonHuntsvilleJordan Lane and Holmes Avenue. DUI Checkpoint: Driver license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.Friday, November 21, 2025
MadisonHuntsvilleMastin Lake Road and Pulaski Pike. DUI Checkpoint: Driver license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.Friday, November 21, 2025
MadisonHuntsvilleBankhead Parkway and Douglas Lane. DUI Checkpoint: Driver license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.Friday, November 21, 2025
MadisonHuntsvilleCecil Ashburn Drive and Old Big Cove Road. DUI Checkpoint: Driver license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.Friday, November 21, 2025
MadisonHuntsvilleChurch Street and Pratt Avenue. DUI Checkpoint: Driver license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.Friday, November 21, 2025
MadisonHuntsvilleClinton Avenue and Monroe Street. DUI Checkpoint: Driver license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.Friday, November 21, 2025
MadisonHuntsvilleUniversity Drive and Old Monrovia Road. DUI Checkpoint: Driver license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.Friday, November 21, 2025
MadisonHuntsvilleUniversity Drive and Research Park Boulevard. DUI Checkpoint: Driver license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.Friday, November 21, 2025
PikeTroyDUI Checkpoint at Troy Alabama 36081July 4, 2025 | Tonight
MadisonHuntsvilleDUI Checkpoints will be set up in high traffic areas like Jordan Lane and Sparkman Drive, Mastin Lake Road and Pulaski Pike, Bankhead Parkway and Douglas Lane, Cecil Ashburn Drive and Old Big Cove Road, Church Street and Pratt Avenue, Clinton Avenue and Monroe Street, University Drive and Old Monrovia Road, University Drive and Research Park BoulevardJuly 4, 2025 Weekend
MadisonHuntsvilleJordan Lane and Sparkman Drive OR Mastin Lake Road and Pulaski Pike OR Bankhead Parkway and Douglas Lane OR Cecil Ashburn Drive and Old Big Cove Road OR Church Street and Pratt Avenue OR Clinton Avenue and Monroe Street OR University Drive and Old Monrovia Road OR University Drive and Research Park BoulevardMay 23-25 - Memorial Day weekend
MadisonHuntsvilleTraffic Safety checkpoints Jordan Lane and Sparkman Drive, Mastin Lake Road and Pulaski Pike, Bankhead Parkway and Douglas Lane, Cecil Ashburn Drive and Old Big Cove Road, Church Street and Pratt Avenue, Clinton Avenue and Monroe Street, University Drive and Old Monrovia Road, University Drive and Research Park BoulevardMay 2-4 , 2025
ShelbyPelhamOn New Year’s Eve, Pelham Police will conduct a DUI/DL/Seatbelt checkpoint (May be asked to do a sobriety test) on Helena Road near Indian Lake Way.Tuesday, December 31, 2024 New Year’s Eve From 11:30 PM to 1:30 AM
MadisonHuntsvilleDUI, Driver’s license, Insurance, and vehicle registration Checkpoint - Sparkman Dr NW & Jordan Ln NW Huntsville, AL 35816July 4, 2024 Weekend Independence Day
MadisonHuntsvilleDUI, Driver’s license, Insurance, and vehicle registration Checkpoint - Pulaski Pike NW & Mastin Lake Road NE Huntsville, AL 35810
July 4, 2024 Weekend Independence Day
MadisonHuntsvilleDUI, Driver’s license, Insurance, and vehicle registration Checkpoint - Douglas Ln NE & Bankhead Pkwy NE Huntsville, AL 35801July 4, 2024 Weekend Independence Day
MadisonHuntsvilleDUI, Driver’s license, Insurance, and vehicle registration Checkpoint - Cecil Ashburn Dr SE & Old Big Cove Road Huntsville, AL 35763July 4, 2024 Weekend Independence Day
MadisonHuntsvilleDUI, Driver’s license, Insurance, and vehicle registration Checkpoint - Church St./Pratt Ave.July 4, 2024 Weekend Independence Day
MadisonHuntsvilleDUI, Driver’s license, Insurance, and vehicle registration Checkpoint - Clinton Ave./Monroe St.July 4, 2024 Weekend Independence Day
MadisonHuntsvilleDUI, Driver’s license, Insurance, and vehicle registration Checkpoint - University Drive/Old Monrovia RoadJuly 4, 2024 Weekend Independence Day
MadisonHuntsvilleDUI, Driver’s license, Insurance, and vehicle registration Checkpoint - University Drive/Research Park Blvd.July 4, 2024 Weekend Independence Day
ShelbyHarpersvilleDUI Checking at the intersection of Highway 25 and Kline Road (Highway 76 near Harpersville).Sunday, June 30, 2024 From 8 PM to midnight
GenevaTaylorUndisclosed LocationWednesday, June 12, 2024
Madison Madison Undisclosed Locations - Hazel Green communityThursday, May 16, 2024 From 6:30 P.M. to 3 A.M.

Important Information About Alabama Checkpoint Listings

Publicly announced DUI checkpoint information can change after an announcement is published. A checkpoint may be postponed, relocated, modified, or canceled because of weather, staffing, traffic conditions, operational considerations, or other circumstances. When available, readers should review the original public announcement or authoritative source for the most current information.

Alabama DUI Checkpoints: What You Need to Know

DUI checkpoints in Alabama are traffic-safety operations intended to address impaired driving and promote safer roads. Publicly announced checkpoint information may identify a planned date, city, county, or location, but operational details can change. DUI Checkpoints Finder organizes available public information so Alabama residents and visitors can more easily understand reported checkpoint activity.

If you have been drinking or using an impairing substance, the safest choice is not to drive. Arrange a sober driver, rideshare, taxi, public transportation where available, or another safe way home before getting behind the wheel.

Alabama Road Safety

DUI Checkpoints and Road Safety Across Alabama

Alabama includes major metropolitan areas, smaller communities, rural roads, interstate travel corridors, college communities, and Gulf Coast destinations. DUI and impaired-driving enforcement can therefore be relevant to residents and visitors throughout the state.

DUI Checkpoints Finder organizes available information by state, county, city, date, and reported location. The purpose of this information is public awareness and safety. Checkpoint information should never be used as a reason to drive after drinking or consuming an impairing substance.

Alabama Cities and Regions Covered

Alabama has 67 counties and a wide range of communities. Checkpoint information can be reported at the state, county, city, or specific-location level depending on what is publicly available. The following major Alabama communities and regions are useful starting points for local checkpoint searches.

Birmingham & Jefferson County

Birmingham is one of Alabama’s largest metropolitan areas and a major Central Alabama transportation center. Checkpoint information may be reported within Birmingham or other communities in Jefferson County.

Huntsville & Madison County

Huntsville is a major North Alabama community. Public checkpoint and impaired-driving enforcement information may be reported for Huntsville and surrounding Madison County communities.

Montgomery

Montgomery is Alabama’s capital and an important Central Alabama transportation hub. Publicly available traffic-safety and checkpoint information may include Montgomery-area locations.

Mobile & Mobile County

Mobile is a major city in southwest Alabama and an important Gulf Coast transportation center. This page includes publicly available Alabama checkpoint information when listings are reported.

Tuscaloosa & Tuscaloosa County

Tuscaloosa is a major West-Central Alabama community. Checkpoint listings may include Tuscaloosa and other locations within Tuscaloosa County when public information is available.

Auburn & Lee County

Auburn is a major East Alabama community near the Georgia border. Public checkpoint information may be reported for Auburn, Opelika, and other Lee County communities.

Dothan & the Wiregrass

Dothan is a major community in southeastern Alabama’s Wiregrass region. Visitors can use the statewide page to review available public checkpoint information for the area.

Gulf Shores & Coastal Alabama

Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Foley, and surrounding Baldwin County communities attract residents and visitors throughout the year. Planning a sober ride is particularly important when alcohol may be part of an outing.

North Alabama

North Alabama includes communities such as Huntsville, Decatur, Florence, Athens, and surrounding areas. Available checkpoint information is organized according to the location details reported publicly.

Alabama DUI Checkpoint Information by County

Alabama’s 67 counties include large metropolitan counties, rural counties, coastal communities, and areas that connect major transportation routes. DUI checkpoint information may be reported at the county level when the public announcement identifies the relevant jurisdiction or location.

As the DUI Checkpoints Finder database grows, county-level organization can make it easier for visitors to find information relevant to their local Alabama community without relying on a single statewide list.

Alabama Roads, Travel & Impaired-Driving Safety

Alabama’s road network connects major cities, rural communities, interstate corridors, college towns, industrial areas, recreational destinations, and the Gulf Coast. Residents and visitors can spend significant amounts of time traveling between communities, making transportation planning an important part of responsible travel.

Impaired driving can affect judgment, attention, coordination, reaction time, and the ability to operate a vehicle safely. A safe transportation plan should be made before drinking begins rather than after someone is already impaired.

Interstate TravelPlan your transportation before a long trip if alcohol may be involved.
Local RoadsImpaired driving can put motorists, passengers, pedestrians, and other road users at risk.
Weekend TravelDecide how you will get home before going out for the evening.
Events & CelebrationsConcerts, festivals, sporting events, holidays, and celebrations are good reasons to plan transportation in advance.

What Is a DUI Checkpoint?

A DUI checkpoint, also called a sobriety checkpoint, is a traffic-safety operation in which drivers may be screened according to an established procedure for signs of impaired driving and other traffic-related concerns.

Checkpoints are one component of broader impaired-driving enforcement and prevention efforts. They can also serve a deterrent purpose by reminding the public that driving after consuming alcohol or another impairing substance can create serious risks.

DUI Checkpoint vs. Other Impaired-Driving Enforcement

Traffic-safety agencies can use different approaches to address impaired driving. A checkpoint is only one type of enforcement activity.

DUI Checkpoint

Drivers may be screened at a designated traffic-control location according to an established procedure.

Saturation Patrol

Additional patrol resources may be concentrated in an area to address traffic-safety concerns.

Traffic Patrol

Routine traffic enforcement can identify unsafe driving behavior and other violations.

Why Are DUI Checkpoints Conducted in Alabama?

DUI checkpoints are intended to support traffic safety, identify potentially impaired drivers, and discourage impaired driving. Their broader purpose is to help reduce the risks associated with alcohol- and drug-impaired driving.

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Prevention

Public safety enforcement can discourage people from driving while impaired.

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Road Safety

Impaired driving can increase the risk of crashes, injuries, and fatalities.

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Public Awareness

Enforcement campaigns remind communities about the dangers of impaired driving.

What Should You Do at a DUI Checkpoint?

If you encounter a DUI checkpoint, approach carefully, remain calm, follow applicable traffic laws and posted instructions, and comply with lawful directions. Never make an unsafe driving decision because you encounter a checkpoint.

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Slow Down

Approach traffic-control areas carefully and pay attention to signs and instructions.

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Stay Calm

Remain respectful and attentive during any interaction with officials.

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Follow Lawful Instructions

Follow applicable traffic laws, posted directions, and lawful instructions.

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Never Drive Impaired

If alcohol or another substance has impaired you, do not operate a vehicle.

Checkpoint procedures and applicable laws can vary. This website provides general public information and road-safety education, not individualized legal advice.

Safety First

Alabama Impaired-Driving Safety

The safest response to DUI checkpoint information is not to change your route or attempt to avoid enforcement. The safest response is to avoid impaired driving altogether. If alcohol or another impairing substance will be involved, arrange a safe way home before you begin drinking.

  • Choose a sober designated driver before drinking begins.
  • Use a rideshare service, taxi, or another safe transportation option.
  • Ask a sober friend or family member for a ride.
  • Stay overnight when appropriate instead of driving while impaired.
  • Never assume that coffee, food, fresh air, or waiting a short period will make an impaired driver safe to drive.

Planning a Night Out in Alabama? Plan Your Ride Home

Whether you are going out in Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, Mobile, Tuscaloosa, Auburn, Dothan, Gulf Shores, or another Alabama community, decide how you will get home before drinking begins.

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Designated Driver

Select a sober driver before the evening begins and make sure that person remains sober.

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Rideshare or Taxi

Arrange transportation that allows you to leave your vehicle behind when necessary.

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Public Transportation

Where available and practical, public transportation can provide another alternative to driving.

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Stay Overnight

If you have been drinking, staying where you are may be safer than attempting to drive home.

Alabama Road Safety for Residents and Visitors

Alabama attracts residents and visitors to metropolitan areas, beaches, sporting events, college communities, festivals, restaurants, entertainment districts, outdoor destinations, and family activities throughout the state.

From North Alabama communities such as Huntsville and Florence to Central Alabama communities such as Birmingham, Montgomery, and Tuscaloosa, and from East Alabama to Mobile and the Gulf Coast, responsible transportation planning is an important part of safe travel.

A simple rule for every Alabama trip:If alcohol or another impairing substance is involved, arrange a sober ride before getting behind the wheel.

When Should Alabama Drivers Think About Impaired-Driving Safety?

Impaired-driving prevention matters every day, but advance transportation planning can be especially important during periods of increased travel, celebrations, and events where alcohol may be served.

HolidaysPlan transportation before holiday celebrations.
Sporting EventsArrange a sober ride before attending games or events.
FestivalsDecide how you will get home before the event begins.
Nights OutNever rely on yourself to drive after becoming impaired.

Recent & Past DUI Checkpoint Activity in Alabama

Historical checkpoint listings provide a record of previously reported DUI and sobriety checkpoint activity. Past information can help visitors understand the type of checkpoint activity that has been publicly reported in Alabama, but historical listings should not be interpreted as predictions of future enforcement.

CurrentRecently available checkpoint information.

UpcomingFuture publicly announced information when available.

HistoricalPreviously reported checkpoint information retained for reference.

How We Find and Review Alabama DUI Checkpoint Information

DUI Checkpoints Finder is an independent public-information website that organizes publicly available DUI checkpoint information into a searchable format. When information is available, listings may be based on public announcements, public agency information, reputable local reporting, and other publicly accessible information.

Public InformationWe focus on checkpoint information that has been publicly announced or reported.

Organized DataAvailable information is organized by state, county, city, location, date, and other available details.

Ongoing ReviewPages can be updated as new publicly available checkpoint information becomes available.

Why Alabama DUI Checkpoint Information Can Change

Checkpoint announcements are not necessarily permanent schedules. Operational circumstances can affect whether a planned checkpoint occurs as originally announced. Weather, staffing, traffic conditions, public-safety considerations, and other factors can affect an operation.

Because of these possibilities, DUI Checkpoints Finder does not guarantee that a listed checkpoint will operate at the exact date, time, or location shown. When a specific listing matters, readers should verify the information with the original public source when available.

Alabama DUI Checkpoint Information at a Glance

State Alabama
Information Type Publicly available DUI and sobriety checkpoint information
Geographic Coverage Alabama cities, counties, and reported locations
Data Status Updated when new publicly available information is identified
Important Note Checkpoint operations can change, be postponed, relocated, or canceled.

About DUI Checkpoints Finder

DUI Checkpoints Finder is an independent public-information website. We are not a police department, government agency, or law-enforcement organization. Our goal is to make publicly available checkpoint information easier to find and understand while providing educational road-safety information that encourages responsible driving.

Frequently Asked Questions About DUI Checkpoints in Alabama

What are DUI checkpoints in Alabama?
DUI checkpoints, also known as sobriety checkpoints, are traffic-safety operations in which drivers may be screened according to an established procedure for signs of impaired driving and other traffic-related concerns.

Where can I find DUI checkpoint information in Alabama?
DUI Checkpoints Finder organizes publicly available Alabama checkpoint information by county, city, location, and date when those details are available.

Can an Alabama DUI checkpoint location change?
Yes. Publicly announced checkpoint operations can potentially be postponed, relocated, modified, or canceled. A listing should therefore not be treated as a guarantee that an operation will occur exactly as originally announced.

Why are DUI checkpoints conducted in Alabama?
DUI checkpoints are one tool used to address impaired driving and promote traffic safety. They can help identify potentially impaired drivers and may also discourage people from driving after consuming alcohol or other impairing substances.

What should I do when approaching a DUI checkpoint?
Slow down, remain calm, follow applicable traffic laws and posted instructions, and comply with lawful directions. Never make an unsafe driving decision because you encounter a checkpoint.

Is DUI checkpoint information guaranteed to be accurate?
No. Public information can change and may become outdated. When available, readers should check the original public announcement or authoritative source for the latest information.

Are DUI checkpoints only conducted in large Alabama cities?
No. Traffic-safety and impaired-driving enforcement can occur in different types of communities throughout Alabama. Publicly available information may identify a large city, smaller community, county, roadway, or other reported location.

What is the safest way to get home after drinking?
Do not drive. Use a sober designated driver, rideshare, taxi, public transportation where available, or stay overnight when appropriate.

Is DUI Checkpoints Finder a government website?
No. DUI Checkpoints Finder is an independent public-information website and is not operated by a police department, government agency, or law-enforcement organization.

Stay Informed. Drive Sober. Get Home Safely.

DUI checkpoint information is provided for public awareness and road-safety purposes. If you have been drinking or using an impairing substance, do not drive. Make a safe transportation plan and help keep Alabama roads safer for everyone.

Disclaimer:
DUI Checkpoints Finder provides general public-information and road-safety content. Checkpoint information may change, be incomplete, or become outdated. This website does not provide legal advice and is not affiliated with any government agency or law-enforcement organization.