MCPD, MCDOT Ramp Up Impaired Driving Enforcement for July 4
MCDOTJun 30, 2026
The Montgomery County Department of Police (MCPD) and Department of Transportation (MCDOT) announced increased traffic enforcement for the Independence Day holiday weekend, with particular focus on impaired, speeding, and distracted driving. Police Chief Marc Yamada and MCDOT Director Chris Conklin both urged residents who plan to drink to arrange safe transportation before going out. The National Safety Council estimates 410 people may die nationally on roads during the Independence Day holiday weekend.
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Source: Montgomery County, MD, “Montgomery County Issues Warning Against Impaired Driving Ahead of Independence Day, Saturday, July 4, with Increased Enforcement Planned”, received Jun 30, 2026.
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2026-07-04
event — Independence Day — increased DUI enforcement in effect throughout the holiday weekend
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