The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute released information stating that with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations taking place this week into early next week, the department urges drivers to celebrate responsibly and drive sober or locate a ride home if necessary.
The department released that drivers should plan ahead if they intend to consume alcoholic beverages during their St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, and community members should not wait until after drinking to plan their means of traveling as alcohol impairment may cloud a person’s judgement.
ICJI Traffic Safety Director Jim Bryan encouraged drivers to secure a designated sober driver, call a taxi or rideshare for a sober ride home if they are drinking.
“There is no excuse for driving while impaired,” Bryan said. “Even one drink can affect your ability to drive safely. If you plan to drink, plan for a sober ride home.”
Sober Ride Indiana is offering $10 off Uber and Lyft rides beginning this Wednesday, March 12 through the early hours of Tuesday, March 18. Up to 1,000 vouchers are available every day. Ride credits are available between 5 p.m. and 3 a.m. the following day and must originate in, or have a final destination of Indianapolis or Fort Wayne.
Drivers seeking to redeem ride credits through the program should visit SoberRideIndiana.com and select “Redeem Ride Credits.” Drivers should then follow the instructions for the ridesharing service being used. Tips are not included in the discount, and any charges above $10 will be the responsibility of the user. Possession of the code does not guarantee the availability of the credit.
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