The Washington DUI emphasis patrols issued a news release reiterating the importance of not drinking and driving on Super Bowl Sunday.  Washington drunk driving incidents typically spike that day, as do alcohol-related accidents.

Washington State Troopers will be deploying extra patrols that will target speeding, aggressive driving and potential Washington DUI offenders.  They recommend that if you decide to go out, drink, and watch the game, that you arrange a designated driver for your party, or take a cab.

WSP Chief John Batiste was quoted as saying, “Getting into a collision is not the way to celebrate a major sporting event.”  Moreover, while a cab ride may cost you $50 to $100 if the distance is significant, less if you live near the location, it is still far, far less than you will have to pay a Seattle DUI lawyer or a Washington drunk driving attorney if you arrested and charged with DUI.