OPP's Festive RIDE campaign has started, in an effort to keep impaired drivers off the road.
The OPP is reminding you not to drink and drive this holiday season.
The Festive RIDE campaign has kicked off and will take place over the next seven weeks.
Police say so far this year, 51 people have died on OPP patrolled roads in collisions that involved impaired driving.
Last year, the OPP nabbed about 1200 impaired drivers during the campaign and issued over 200 warn range suspensions.
"Today's launch of the Festive R.I.D.E. campaign serves as a reminder that no one should drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. It is a serious criminal offence that can have devastating consequences. Police services across the province need everyone's support to help keep our roads safe, especially during the holiday season. If you're out with friends and family, have a plan to get home safely and encourage others to do the same." -- Michael KERZNER, Solicitor General
Young, novice and commercial drivers are also reminded that it's illegal for them to have any alcohol or drugs in their systems while behind the wheel.
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