For further information please contact: Sgt. Sheldon A. Lyon
816-387-2345
H05104
May 11, 2010

EMPHASIS: Results Of Driving While Intoxicated Checkpoint


On May 9, 2010, a sobriety checkpoint was conducted in Clinton County. A total of 12 troopers were assigned to the four-hour operation.
Troopers arrested one driver for a felony drug violation, made one misdemeanor drug arrest, and issued three summonses for other violations. Troopers also issued 52 warnings to motorists for minor violations. A total of 136 vehicles came through the checkpoint.
Captain Duane L. Robinson stated, “The sobriety checkpoint is an effective operation and only a minor inconvenience to the motoring public.”
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