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Richmond
2025-06-11 10:49 PDT
As summer activities ramp up, Richmond RCMP is reminding all drivers to plan ahead and drive sober. From June through August, officers will be increasing impaired driving enforcement operations and education as part of the provincial CounterAttack campaign.
Richmond RCMP’s Road Safety Unit (RSU) will be conducting roadblocks throughout the summer, targeting impaired drivers. The CounterAttack enforcement initiative aims to reduce impaired-driving related injuries and fatalities.
In addition to roadside efforts, Richmond RCMP’s marine vessel, the Fraser Guardian, will be actively patrolling the Fraser River. Officers will be conducting both enforcement and outreach to ensure boat operators are licensed, sober, and taking necessary safety precautions.
Whether you’re behind the wheel of a boat or a car, the rules are the same—drive sober, says Sergeant Eric Baskette, Richmond RCMP Road Safety Unit. Our goal is to prevent tragedies before they happen.
Whether you’re behind the wheel of a boat or a car, the rules are the same—drive sober,
Our goal is to prevent tragedies before they happen.
B.C. has the toughest drinking and driving laws in Canada. If you’re caught driving impaired, potential penalties include:
Drivers may also be denied insurance coverage if they are involved in a crash while impaired.
Richmond RCMP encourages everyone to plan a safe ride home. Options include using a designated driver, calling a taxi or rideshare, or taking public transit.
If you are organizing a large event this summer, ICBC offers organizers a Special Event Kit with materials to promote safe ride options for your guests.
For more information about impaired driving laws and data, visit the ICBC website.
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