Driving under the influence is dangerous and against the law. Each year, roughly one-fourth of traffic deaths are caused by a drunk driver. As a citizen, you can help stop a drunk driver and possibly save a life. The following will help you in your efforts in reporting a DUI to the local police department.
Take notice of a car being drive by a driver who is possibly under the influence.
Keep your distance in order to be safe.
Take note of the make, model and color of the vehicle. Write down or memorize the license plate number and state, if possible.
Look at your surroundings. Notice your location and what direction is the possible DUI vehicle going. Note the last intersection or landmark that you have passed.
Call 911 and tell the representative what you have witnessed. Give them as much information as possible. Answer any questions they may ask.
Stay on the phone until the operator says it is ok to hang up or disconnect.
