Benton Tn Police Department

09/01/2026

08/31/2026

Riding an ATV/UTV on county roads is legal in Tennessee, but not without the right precautions. Your vehicle must be road-legal with proper registration and title, and you must obey all traffic signs and signals, just like you would in a car or on a motorcycle.

For safety, wear a helmet for both off-road adventures and driving on pavement.

Never operate an ATV while impaired.

08/27/2026

"I'm fine to drive" is a choice that ruins lives in a split second. 🍺❌

With about 30% of all traffic deaths linked to drunk driving, law enforcement is out in full force to keep our roads SAFE.

Protect yourself and others:
📱 Schedule a rideshare
🚕 Call a taxi
🚙 Have a sober friend drive you home

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

08/21/2026

It's Friday — now let's ace this easy back-to-school quiz before we head into the weekend. 🚌✅

*Check the laws in your specific state

08/19/2026

Behind every statistic is a life lost to a 100% preventable crime. 🚓

As law enforcement patrols enforce our Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign, remember: driving impaired is NEVER worth the risk.

08/17/2026

31 children died in 2025 because of vehicular heatstroke. Even in temperatures as low as 60°F, the inside of a car can overheat quickly.

1 in 4 hot car deaths happen when kids get into cars and can’t get out. Prevent heatstroke: Always lock your car and keep keys out of children’s reach.

08/17/2026

Never leave your dog in a hot car! Even with the windows cracked, the temperature inside can rise quickly, putting your pet’s life at risk. Keep your furry friends safe and leave them at home, or take them with you when you leave the vehicle.