7/20/26
Recognizing the danger presented to the public by unqualified drivers, Troopers will concentrate their efforts on vehicles being operated by drivers who violate the driver license laws of Tennessee and take corrective actions for other violations observed.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol has found these driver license roadside safety checkpoints to be an effective means of enforcing driver license laws of Tennessee while ensuring the protection of all motorists.
Sobriety Checkpoints will be held on:
1. August 7th, 2026, at 8 pm on State Route 50 @ 2-mile marker in Marshall Co.
2. August 28th, 2026, at 8 pm on State Route 64, .4 miles east of the 1mile marker in Marshall Co.
Troopers will evaluate drivers for signs of alcohol or drug impairment and take corrective actions for other violations observed while ensuring the protection of all motorists. The Tennessee Highway Patrol recognizes that sobriety checkpoints are highly visible and an effective tool in the battle against impaired driving.
Safety Belt Checkpoints:
Recognizing the danger presented to unbelted vehicle occupants, Troopers will target those who operate a vehicle while unbelted and take corrective actions for other violations observed. The Tennessee Highway Patrol recognizes that safety belt checkpoints are highly visible and effective tools for enforcing the safety belt laws of Tennessee while ensuring the protection of vehicle occupants
