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By Liam Verster

Impaired Driving Enforcement

Vernon RCMP cracking down on impaired drivers

Dec 5, 2025 | 1:10 PM

Local Mounties are taking part in a national campaign to get impaired drivers off the roads.

December is National Impaired Driving Enforcement Month, and December 6 is National Impaired Driving Enforcement Day, which the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP will use as a kickoff to a month-long Counter Attack campaign.

Throughout December, local Mounties will be upping efforts to get intoxicated drivers off the roads through check-stops, alcohol screening, field sobriety tests, and the deployment of Drug Recognition Experts.

“Impaired driving continues to be a leading cause of preventable tragedies on our roads,” Constable Chris Terleski, Media Relations Officer for the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP, stated.

“Whether caused by alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both, impaired driving is dangerous and there’s zero tolerance for it. If you plan to consume anything that could affect your ability to drive, please plan ahead and stay where you are or arrange a safe ride home. Enjoy the season, but do it safely.”

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The police force also asked people to report impaired drivers by calling 911.