Suffolk County

Suffolk County takes driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs seriously.

Both the Suffolk County Police Department and Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office have officers who focus only on keeping them safe. Around holidays like St. Patrick’s Day and New Years Eve, as well as in the summer, additional officers are added to DWI patrols. Additionally, during these times of celebration, law enforcement will set up random checkpoints throughout the county to catch impaired drivers.

Our District Attorney’s Office has several lawyers who work only on impaired driving-related crimes. If you are caught driving under the influence, even if it is your first time, they will enforce penalties such as thousands of dollars in fines, jail time, the mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device in your car and loss of your driver’s license for at least six months.

Suffolk County asks drivers to remember that driving under the influence puts your safety and the safety of everyone else on the road at risk.

Just one drink can reduce your reaction time, cause drowsiness, and affect your ability to see clearly. 

Be sure to always have a plan to get home safely when under the influence. Ask a family member or friend to be your designated driver. If reaching out to someone is not an option, use a rideshare app like Uber or Lyft or call a cab. Many services allow you to book a ride in advance, so you do not have to worry about it later!