2019 Festive Season Checkstop Program – Final Results.

Released: January 10, 2020 at 8 a.m.

Impaired driving continues to be the #1 criminal cause of death in Canada, yet it is 100% preventable.

Our message is simple - if you're under the influence of alcohol or drugs, DON’T DRIVE.

Final Checkstop Results:

  • Total of 1373 vehicles were stopped
  • 1191 roadside breath test were conducted, resulting in 20 WARNs and 11 FAILs
  • 33 people were charged with Impaired Driving related charges (including one drug impaired driver)
  • 1 Oral fluid Test was positive for THC (Cannabis) charges pending Toxicology results
  • 5 people were issued administrative sanctions for blowing a FAIL on a roadside breath test (new Immediate Roadside Prohibition).
  • 27 traffic tickets were issued

The 2019 Festive Checkstop program is made possible through our supporting partner, Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries.

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