JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Enforcement Campaign returns to the state October 12th through the 31st in North Dakota.

The state will have extra patrols to enforce the law on underage drinking, as well as conducting compliance checks and shoulder taps as a part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign.

“This enforcement effort is to remind teens that drinking alcohol underage is illegal,” the NDDOT states. “Law enforcement will also educate teens that no matter your age, driving under the influence of alcohol is not only illegal but also dangerous. If teens are found to be consuming or in possession of alcohol, those individuals could face fines and end up in court.”

In 2017, 49% of motor vehicle fatalities in North Dakota were alcohol-related.

“One bad decision as a teen can lead to a lifetime of consequences,” says Valley City Police Chief Phil Hatcher. “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over is a good reminder to choose to always drive sober.”

This campaign is part of the Vision Zero strategy to eliminate motor vehicle crash fatalities and serious injuries on North Dakota roads.

Visit the North Dakota Crash Memorial wall to view memorials built on the hope of preventing another death on North Dakota roads.