Franklin County, TN – Drivers in Franklin County should prepare for sobriety checkpoints this weekend as the Sheriff’s Office announced plans for a multi-agency effort on Saturday, September 27, 2025.
According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, the checkpoints will take place between 6 p.m. and 12 a.m. at several possible locations. These include Highway 41-A at the Highway 156 intersection, Highway 127 at AEDC Lakeview Road, and Old Tullahoma Road (Highway 130) near Northlake Elementary.
Law enforcement officials said the goal of the operation is to reduce impaired driving and keep roads safe during peak travel hours. Sobriety checkpoints are legally required to be announced in advance, though the exact location may vary on the night of enforcement.
The Sheriff’s Office acknowledged mixed reactions from the public about such notifications but emphasized they are part of a statewide effort to deter drunk driving. “Thank you for your continued support as we strive to keep the roadways safe for you, the citizens of Franklin County,” the department stated in its announcement.
Motorists traveling in the area on Saturday evening should plan for possible delays and are encouraged to drive responsibly.
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