Drivers are advised that during the period of August 17 through Labor Day, September 2, the Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office will join other law enforcement agencies across Kansas in a crackdown aimed at removing impaired drivers from Kansas roadways during the You Drink. You Drive. You Lose. enforcement campaign.

Alcohol is the main impairing substance people think of while driving, but illegal recreational drugs such as marijuana, are just as dangerous.  Driving high can still lead to a DUI, or worse.

Those convicted of impaired driving will face stiff penalties, hefty financial consequences and time in jail.  Take charge and don't allow this to happen - designate a sober driver, use rideshare, take public transportation or stay home.  According to the Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office the You Drink. You Drive. You Lose. enforcement campaign is intended to remind drivers to take a moment to consider how it would be to begin each day with the memory of your decision if it resulted in another's injury or death.

Make the right choice.