Long Beach Police to Conduct DUI Checkpoint on May 16

LONG BEACH, CA – The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) will hold a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver License (CDL) checkpoint on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. in the South Division area. The checkpoint aims to enhance public safety by removing suspected impaired drivers from the roads.

The location was chosen based on data highlighting areas with frequent impaired driving-related crashes. Commander Jeremy Boshnack emphasized the dangers of impaired driving, stating, “Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk. Any prevention measures that reduce the number of impaired drivers significantly improve traffic safety.”

The LBPD reminds drivers that impairment is not limited to alcohol. Prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and marijuana—despite being legal for medicinal and recreational use—can impair driving ability and are illegal when operating a vehicle. First-time DUI offenders face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, along with a suspended license.

This checkpoint is funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.