The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Thursday, November 21.

KPD officers will staff the checkpoint, which will be set up on Cumberland Avenue in the Fort Sanders area.

The purpose of the sobriety checkpoint is to deter impaired driving, prevent serious or fatal crashes, and increase public awareness of the consequences of driving while under the influence.

During the checkpoint, officers will check motorists for signs of alcohol or drug impairment.

Alcohol or drug impairment possibly contributed to over 43 percent of the fatal crashes that happened in Knoxville in 2022.

In 2022, the KPD acquired a DUI checkpoint trailer through the Tennessee High Safety Office (TNHSO) Traffic Services grant at no cost to Knoxville taxpayers that will be used during the November 21st sobriety checkpoint.

During the department’s most recent sobriety checkpoint, which was held on August 9 in the 8200 block of Kingston Pike, three individuals were arrested for DUI. 

The Knoxville Police Department reminds motorists to always practice safe driving habits in all situations. Motorists are encouraged to slow down, buckle up, reduce distractions, pay attention to the road, and never drive while under the influence.