State of Delaware Department of Department of Safety & Homeland Security
08/14/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/14/2026 06:36
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign Returns to Delaware Ahead of Labor Day Weekend
DOVER, Del. (Aug. 14, 2026) - The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS), in partnership with the Delaware State Police and local law enforcement agencies across the state, is increasing high-visibility impaired driving enforcement as part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.
From Aug. 14 through Sept. 8, motorists can expect to see an increased law enforcement presence on Delaware roadways as officers work to identify and remove impaired drivers. The campaign is designed to deter impaired driving through a combination of education and enforcement, helping keep Delaware's roads safe during the busy Labor Day travel period.
Impaired driving continues to have devastating consequences on Delaware roadways. Nearly one in three fatal crashes in Delaware from 2021 through 2025 involved impairment. During that same period, there were 91 impairment-related crashes over Labor Day weekend, highlighting the importance of making safe transportation plans before celebrating.
OHS reminds motorists that impairment is not limited to alcohol. Prescription medications, cannabis, and other drugs can also impair judgment, coordination, and reaction time, making it unsafe and illegal to drive.
If your plans include alcohol or other impairing substances, designate a sober driver, use a ride-share service, call a taxi, or arrange to stay where you are. Planning ahead before you celebrate is the easiest way to prevent an impaired-driving crash.
For more information about impaired driving prevention and traffic safety initiatives, visit ArriveAliveDE.com/drive-sober.
About the Delaware Office of Highway Safety
The Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is committed to improving the safety of Delaware's motoring public by focusing on behavioral traffic safety issues, such as impaired driving, seat belt use, speeding, child passenger safety, pedestrian and bicycle safety, motorcycle safety, and teen driving issues. FAQs can be found at ArriveAliveDE.com. Follow OHS on the Delaware Office of Highway Safety website, Facebook, X (Twitter), and Instagram.
\Media Contact:
Delaware Office of Highway Safety
Caitlin Reed
302-744-2746
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