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ROCKVILLE, MD — A drunk-driving checkpoint will operate on Thursday, May 5, in Montgomery County, says the Maryland State Police Rockville Barrack. Authorities say the checkpoint is a tool to reduce impaired driving collisions by educating, aggressively enforcing and arresting violators for impaired driving on Montgomery County roads.

No location for the checkpoint has been released. Montgomery County Police warned drivers Thursday that the department will also have extra officers working tonight with a focus on enforcing impaired-driving laws. Cinco de Mayo partiers are urged to choose a sober driver.

SEE ALSO: Free Taxi Rides Offered on Cinco de Mayo in Rockville The penalties for a DUI or DWI in Maryland consist of potential jail time, fines, and a minimum of a 6-month license suspension.

Reminders for Drivers

State Police reminded drives not to use their cell phones while driving. If you must make a call or text, pull onto the shoulder or exit the road, stop your vehicle and then use your phone.

Additionally, the State of Maryland recently passed the "Move It Over Law." That means drivers approaching an emergency vehicle or tow truck from the rear must: If practicable, move into an available lane away from the emergency vehicle or tow truck with due regard for safety and traffic conditions; or