Traffic police prepare weekend enforcement to curb drunk driving across multiple regions

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Over the weekend of October 7-8, traffic police will undertake a series of planned inspections and enforcement actions aimed at reducing drunk driving and improving road safety across multiple regions.

Regional authorities within the State Traffic Inspectorate have announced that patrols and checks will be intensified as part of targeted weekend operations. These measures are designed to identify drivers who choose to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol, with a focus on interrupting dangerous driving before a collision occurs. The aim is to create a visible, real-time deterrent that reinforces the message that impaired driving is not acceptable on any road, at any time, and in any community.

In addition to prioritizing high-visibility road checks, the operation will include mass raids and comprehensive inspections in several regions. Areas listed for intensive activity include the Smolensk region, Ivanovo region, Kurgan region, Kostroma region, Ryazan region, Samara region, Kirov region,Altai Republic, Komi Republic, and other nearby regions. This broad approach ensures that drivers across a wide geographic area experience consistent enforcement standards and messaging, reinforcing a common nationwide objective: every driver must be fit to operate a vehicle, every time.

During these full checks, teams will stop all vehicles passing through designated road sections and perform thorough evaluations of each driver’s condition. The assessment will look for clear indicators of intoxication, such as impaired coordination, slurred speech, delayed reaction times, or other observable signs. By examining the driver’s state in addition to checking documentation and vehicle safety features, enforcement teams aim to prevent impaired driving before it starts and to identify risks that might otherwise go unnoticed during routine patrols.

When a driver is found to be under the influence of alcohol, the penalties are explicit and severe. A fine of 30,000 rubles is imposed, and the driver’s license is suspended for a period ranging from one and a half to two years. Authorities emphasize that similar consequences apply if a person transfers control of the vehicle to someone who is intoxicated or if there is a refusal to undergo the inspection process. These rules are applied consistently to reinforce accountability and to deter risky behavior that endangers the driver, passengers, and other road users.

The emphasis on enforcement is paired with public safety education, encouraging motorists to plan ahead and designate a sober driver, use public transportation, or arrange safe rides when alcohol consumption is part of an outing. The weekend operations are presented as a proactive effort to protect communities and reduce the number of alcohol-related incidents on high-traffic routes and at busy times. By combining visible enforcement with clear messaging about consequences, the authorities aim to change behavior over the longer term and support a culture of responsible driving among all road users.

In a separate, unrelated note, an earlier incident on Sakhalin involved four individuals who were rescued from a flooded car on a street. While unrelated to the enforcement weekend, the event underscored the broader need for situational awareness and swift, effective responses to emergencies on the roads and in weather-affected conditions. Authorities remind drivers that preparedness and caution remain essential components of road safety, regardless of the season or regional climate.

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