Superbowl Sunday DUI Prevention- Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk NR11052df

Los Angeles:  Football is one of America’s favorite pastimes, but fans can put themselves in
serious danger if they don’t plan ahead.  Whether you’re at the game or watching from a sports
bar or a friend’s house, designate a sober driver before the game.  And remember, Fans Don’t
Let Fans Drive Drunk.

The following are some recommendations of what you can do if you are hosting a Super Bowl
party:

Make sure all of your guests designate their sober drivers before kick-off or help arrange ride-sharing with other sober drivers
Find unique ways to recognize the designated drivers at your party
     o Give them a great spot to watch the game
     o Whatever non-alcoholic beverage they are drinking, make sure their glass is always full
     o Let them have the first pass at the buffet table
     o Make sure their cars are easy to access when it is time to start driving people home
Serve plenty of food
Offer a variety of non-alcoholic choices like soft drinks, juice, and water
Serve one drink at a time and serve measured drinks
Only serve alcohol to guests over 21 years of age
Determine ahead of time when you’ll stop serving alcohol, such as one hour before the end of the party or at the end of the third quarter of the game (just like NFL stadiums) and begin serving coffee and dessert
Add the numbers of local cab companies into your phone so they are just one touch away
Take appropriate steps to prevent anyone from driving while impaired
Be prepared for guests to spend the night if an alternative way home is not available

If you are attending a Super Bowl party or watching at a sports bar or restaurant:
Designate your sober driver before the party begins and leave your car keys at home if you plan to drink
Find unique ways to recognize the designated drivers when you are out at a bar or restaurant
     o Offer to be the designated driver the next time you go out
     o Cover the cost for parking or even pay for a tank of gas
     o Whatever non-alcoholic beverage they are drinking, make sure their glass is always full
     o Pick up the tab for their food and drink
Before you go out, add the numbers for local cab companies in your cell phone so if you find yourself in need of a ride, it is just one touch away
Avoid drinking too much alcohol too fast. Pace yourself—eat enough food, take breaks and alternate with non-alcoholic drinks.
Take appropriate steps to prevent anyone from driving while impaired. Remember, Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.
Always buckle up – it’s your best defense on the road.

For further information, please contact Detective Bustos at 213-841-9060.