Authorities have announced a state-wide initiative intensifying DWI patrols during spring break.
According to a statement released by the Texas Highway Patrol, troopers will be out in force across the state at popular spring break locations deemed to be “high-risk.” The statement was addressed state-wide so it did not specify Houston-specific locations.
The Houston Police Department will be working with the Texas Highway Patrol, increasing police presence in the city from March 12-20. Police will also dispatch additional blood alcohol testing vehicles, known as BAT vans, around the city.
In the statement, the Highway Patrol also mentioned underage drinking. Authorities encouraged college and high school students to remember that it is illegal to drink while under the age of 21.
If you have been charged with DWI or DUI in Houston, please contact the Houston Drunk Driving Attorneys of Johnson Johnson & Baer, P.C., by calling 713-222-0400.