Morgan County, Alabama – Fourteen people were arrested on DUI charges across Morgan County over the weekend, prompting a renewed warning from local law enforcement about the dangers of impaired driving.
According to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office, deputies made the arrests during increased patrols and traffic enforcement efforts throughout the county. Officials said the arrests highlight an ongoing problem as weekend travel, social gatherings, and alcohol consumption increase.
“Drinking and driving is a terrible plan,” the sheriff’s office said in a public statement. Authorities urged residents and visitors to make arrangements ahead of time, including using a designated driver, rideshare service, or staying overnight rather than getting behind the wheel while impaired.
DUI enforcement remains a priority across Morgan County, which includes communities such as Decatur, Hartselle, Priceville, and Somerville, and serves as a key travel corridor in North Alabama. Deputies noted that impaired driving endangers not only the driver but also passengers, pedestrians, and other motorists.
Law enforcement officials also reminded drivers that a DUI arrest can carry serious consequences, including jail time, fines, license suspension, increased insurance costs, and long-term impacts on employment.
The sheriff’s office said additional patrols are expected to continue during upcoming weekends and holidays, when DUI-related crashes historically increase. Drivers are encouraged to report suspected impaired drivers by contacting local authorities.
Officials emphasized that the goal of enforcement is prevention, not punishment. “Making a plan before drinking can save lives,” the sheriff’s office said.
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