The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Friday, June 5.

KPD officers will staff the checkpoint, which will be set up on Kingston Pike in West Knoxville.

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, which possibly contributed to at least seven fatal crashes that happened in Knoxville in 2025.

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 upcoming sobriety checkpoint.

KPD conducted its last Sobriety Checkpoint on Friday, April 24 in the Fort Sanders area, which resulted in one DUI arrest.

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.