New Orleans Police Department joins Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign for Fourth of July holiday

NEW ORLEANS ( WGNO ) — The New Orleans Police Department is participating in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign for the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

According to a news release, the campaign will run through the holiday weekend and aims to prevent drunk driving through increased visibility and enforcement.

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NOPD officials said the department is "expanding its efforts" during the holiday weekend.

"The goal is to save lives. Even a small amount of alcohol can affect driving ability," said NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick.

NOPD officials said drunk driving can lead to jail time and the loss of your driver's license.

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The NOPD offered the following tips to prevent drunk driving:

Have a designated, sober driver before drinking.

There are options to get home safely, including having a designated driver, calling a taxi or using a rideshare service.

Call law enforcement if you see a drunk driver on the road.

"Always drive 100% sober."

"If it's your turn to be the designated driver, take your job seriously and don't drink."

"If you have a friend who is about to drink and drive, take the keys away and let a sober driver get your friend home safely."

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