North Carolina DWI Checkpoints
Stay informed about the latest North Carolina DWI checkpoints, DUI checkpoints, and sobriety checkpoints with regularly updated information from publicly announced law enforcement announcements. The table below includes available checkpoint details such as the city, county, law enforcement agency, date, time, and location information when publicly released.
Our mission is to promote public safety—not to help drivers avoid law enforcement. We publish publicly available checkpoint information to encourage responsible driving, increase awareness of impaired driving enforcement, and remind motorists to never drink and drive. Choosing a designated driver, rideshare, public transportation, or another safe alternative helps protect everyone on North Carolina’s roads.
Content Last Updated: August, 2026
Verified by: Dinesh K Verma
| County | City | Checkpoint Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland | Fayetteville | DWI checkpoint along the 6000 Block of Fisher Road. | Wednesday, July 1, 2026 |
| Stanly | Albemarle | A joint effort by Albemarle Police and county officers will bring a DWI checkpoint to the area. | Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 9:30 PM to 3 AM |
| Sampson | Dunn | The Sampson County Sheriff’s Office conducted a DWI checkpoint in the areas of Greenpath Road, North Springbranch Road, and Harnett Dunn Highway. | Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 8 PM to 2 AM |
| Cumberland | Fayetteville | DUI Checkpoint - 2400 block of Hope Mills Road | July 3 2024 From 9:30 PM to 3 AM |
| Union | DUI checkpoints on Route 45 | Memorial Day weekend 2024 | |
| Wake | Raleigh | Peace St. vicinity of Capital Blvd. | Fri Aug 4, 2023 |
| Pamlico | Grantsboro | Area around Josephine Boyd St. | Fri May 12, 2023 |
| Cumberland | Fayetteville | TN-50 vicinity, near Mile Marker 16. | Sat Apr 15, 2023 |
| Wake | Apex | NC-55 segment between S Tunstall St. and S Hughes St. | Sat Jan 7, 2023 |
| Mecklenburg | Huntersville | I-77 Northbound near I-485 at Exit 19. | Fri Jul 8, 2022 |
| Rowan | Spencer | TN-111 vicinity of Old State Hwy 111. | Fri May 13, 2022 |
| Cumberland | Fayetteville | Hope Mills Rd. region. | Fri Mar 18, 2022 |
| New Hanover | Wilmington | Area within New Hanover County. | Thu Mar 17, 2022 |
| Wake | Raleigh | Capital Blvd. vicinity. | Sat Mar 12, 2022 |
| Northampton | Jackson | Enhanced enforcement via Saturation Patrols in Onslow County. | Feb 13 - Super Bowl Sunday, 2022 |
| Mecklenburg | Charlotte | Western side of CLT Airport. | Thu Dec 30, 2021 |
| Catawba | Hickory | US-70 SE, southeast of I-40, close to AMF Old Colonial Lanes Bowling Alley. | Sat Dec 11, 2021 |
| Mecklenburg | Matthews | E Independence Blvd. near Matthews Festival Shopping Center. | Fri Dec 10, 2021 |
| Wake | Fuquay Varina | Potential checkpoint at the intersection of S Main St. and Judd Pkwy. | Tue Nov 9, 2021 |
| Buncombe | Asheville | Biltmore Ave. vicinity of Old Matthews Ford. | Sat Aug 7, 2021 |
| Wake | Raleigh | Areas with Enhanced Enforcement Patrols. | Weekend - May 28 - 31 - Memorial Day, 2021 |
| Wake | Raleigh | Capital Blvd. segment between Wade Ave. and Peace St. | Sat May 29, 2021 |
| Columbus | Whiteville | Intersection of US-107 and F.M. Cartret Rd. near Williams Elementary School. | Fri May 21, 2021 |
| New Hanover | Castle Hayne | NC-133 near I-140 at Exit 17, direction of Castle Hayne. | Thu Apr 22, 2021 |
| Wake | Apex | US-1 and E Williams St. at the exit ramp. | Sat Mar 13, 2021 |
North Carolina DWI Checkpoint Schedule
Law enforcement agencies across North Carolina conduct DWI and sobriety checkpoints throughout the year to reduce impaired driving, prevent crashes, and improve roadway safety. Enforcement efforts are commonly scheduled during weekends, holidays, and special events when traffic volumes are higher and the risk of impaired driving increases.
This page is updated regularly as new checkpoint announcements become publicly available through official law enforcement sources.
Recent North Carolina DWI Checkpoints
Recent DWI checkpoint announcements have included communities across North Carolina, including:
- Charlotte
- Raleigh
- Greensboro
- Durham
- Winston-Salem
- Fayetteville
- Wilmington
- Asheville
- High Point
- Cary
Additional cities and counties are added as new checkpoint announcements are released.
Why Are DWI Checkpoints Conducted?
DWI checkpoints are designed to improve public safety by discouraging impaired driving and reducing alcohol- and drug-related crashes. These enforcement operations help identify impaired drivers while increasing public awareness about the importance of driving sober.
Our website supports these public safety efforts by publishing only information that has already been made publicly available through official announcements or verified public sources. We do not encourage drivers to evade checkpoints or violate traffic laws.
How We Verify North Carolina DWI Checkpoint Information
The checkpoint information published on this page is collected from publicly available sources, including:
- Official police department news releases
- Sheriff’s office announcements
- North Carolina law enforcement agencies
- Government public information offices
- Verified local news organizations
Our editorial team reviews and updates this page regularly as new checkpoint announcements become available.
Disclaimer: Checkpoint dates, times, and locations may be changed, postponed, relocated, or canceled by law enforcement agencies without prior notice. Always obey traffic laws and follow the directions of law enforcement officers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all North Carolina DWI checkpoints announced in advance?
No. Some agencies publicly announce checkpoints before enforcement begins, while others may provide limited information or choose not to announce them in advance.
How often is this page updated?
We update this page whenever new DWI or DUI checkpoint announcements become publicly available from official or verified public sources.
Can checkpoint information change?
Yes. Law enforcement agencies may modify, relocate, postpone, or cancel checkpoint operations due to weather, staffing, public safety needs, or other operational reasons.
Drive Sober. Arrive Safely.
Driving under the influence puts lives at risk. If you plan to consume alcohol or any impairing substance, do not drive. Choose a designated driver, use a rideshare service, take public transportation, or arrange another safe way home. Every responsible decision helps make North Carolina roads safer for drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.