Holmes County Sheriffs

This years Super Bowl may look a little different from previous years, with most fans viewing the football game from home. However, fans may still be out on the roads, leaving small gatherings to head home after a long evening of sports, comedic commercials, and half-time fun. To help keep Americans safe on the streets, the U.S. Department of Trans... portations National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is teaming up with The Holmes County Sheriffs Office to remind football enthusiasts that Fans Dont Let Fans Drive Drunk. This years game day falls on Sunday, February 7, 2021. If your night involves alcohol outside your home, plan for a sober ride home. If youre hosting a small gathering, take care of your guests. Keep reading for tips on how to stay safe on Super Bowl Sunday. Take your role as designated driver seriously people are relying on you. If youre attending a small gathering, enjoy the food and non-alcoholic drinks. Refrain from any alcoholic beverages or other drugs. Boast about your MVP status on social media using the hashtag #DesignatedDriver. Your positive influence could help keep other sober drivers on the right track. Always buckle your seat belt and require any passengers to do the same. Dont start the car until all passengers seat belts are buckled. If someone you know has been drinking and tries to drive, take their keys and help them get home safely. Even if they make a fuss in the moment, theyll thank you later. Impaired driving is a serious problem with serious consequences. Dont ruin your night by becoming another statistic. In 2019, there were 10,142 people killed in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes. The consequences of drunk driving can be deadly, but they can also be expensive. Drunk drivers face jail time, the loss of their drivers license, higher insurance rates, and many other unanticipated expenses, including attorneys fees, court costs, and lost wages due to time off from work. The average DUI costs approximately $10,000. Know your states laws: Refusing to take a ...Read More