HPD Warns of Increased DUI Checkpoints

A public notice has been issued by the Hawai’i Police Department about increased police enforcement through DUI checkpoints over Super Bowl weekend.

Police say the effort is part of a national and statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.

The following are likely penalties that come from HPD should an individual be arrested and convicted of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant:

• Minimum bail for release from jail – $500
• Installation of interlock system – $200 plus $92.56 per month
• Loss of drivers license
• Possible cancellation of insurance policy or a premium increase of up to $100 per month
• Alcohol assessment classes
• Community service
• Criminal probation
• Court fines
• Possible jail time