Police to conduct roving DUI patrols

DOWNEY — The Downey Police Department will be conducting roving DUI patrols this month, looking for drivers suspected of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol. 

Drivers caught driving impaired and charged with DUI face an overage of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license. 

Drivers are also reminded that while medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under its influence remains prohibited.