City of Austin
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The Austin Police Department will be conducting a Labor Day DWI Enforcement Initiative in an effort to reduce the number of crashes, injuries, and fatalities due to intoxicated drivers. This initiative will be in effect nightly from Friday, August 20 through Monday, September 6, 2021.
This DWI initiative is an effort to enforce DWI laws, and to keep the public safe by encouraging drivers to make responsible decisions. The Austin Police Department would like for everyone to safely enjoy the Labor Day holiday and a safe back to school season for those that are doing so.
The Austin Police Department is focused on saving lives on the streets and highways of Austin and making Austin roadways safe for everyone through education and enforcement. This enforcement period is provided through an Impaired Driving Mobilization grant from TXDOT.