Orange County STOP DWI & Traffic Safety Program

11/27/2025

04/07/2025

03/11/2025

With the generous donation from the Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler along with our partners in the Mid-Hudson STOP-DWI region and the Orange County Police Chiefs Association we are happy to announce we will once again be hosting our annual STOP-DWI enforcement and prosecution awards conference - Thursday April 3, 2025

Thank you DA Hoovler for always supporting our collaborative efforts in reducing the DWI-DWAI drug violators.

Contact us to register today! 🚔‼️🏆

03/10/2025

02/24/2025

The Orange County STOP DWI & Traffic Safety team was honored to attend Chief Bill Herlihy’s walkout. We wish him the best in retirement.

02/12/2025

SAVE THE DATE‼️🚔🏆

2025 STOP DWI Mid-Hudson Region Enforcement Conference and Awards Luncheon will be held Thursday, April 3, 2025

A full day of motivation, education and celebration of LEO who go above and beyond to keep our roadways safe from impaired driving! Formal invitation and registration form to follow.

02/07/2025

Starting tomorrow, our High Visibility Engagement Super Bowl Campaign kicks off. Route for the winning team by having a plan to get home safe after celebrating this weekend 🏈🚔

02/06/2025

**PRESS RELEASE** - Super Bowl LIX Impaired Driving Initiative

Orange County STOP DWI Coordinator, Robert L. Doss, announced today that Orange County police agencies and the STOP-DWI Program will participate in a combined effort to bring awareness to the dangers of impaired driving, prevent injuries and save lives this Super Bowl Weekend.

Law enforcement officers across New York State and STOP-DWI programs will be participating in special engagement efforts. The statewide STOP-DWI High Visibility Engagement Campaign will start on Saturday, February 8, 2025, and end on Monday, February 10, 2025.

STOP DWI Administrator, John E. Jones, reminds everyone, “As you watch this year’s Super Bowl, don’t let too much to drink put you in the ‘end’ zone. Our police officers, deputies, and troopers will be out in full force across the county. Be responsible and always have a plan to get home safe”.

Orange County Sheriff, Paul Arteta suggests, “If you are going to drink this Superbowl weekend, do it responsibly. Have a plan, use a designated driver, a taxi, or a shared ride service. Law enforcement will be having targeted patrols to try and avert another preventable tragedy. Save your life before it’s too late”.

The Super Bowl is America’s most watched national sporting event and Super Bowl Weekend is historically a deadly period for impaired driving. In a combined effort to bring awareness to the dangers of impaired driving, prevent injuries and save lives law enforcement officers across New York State and STOP-DWI programs will be participating in special engagement efforts.

Police Chiefs’ Association of Orange County President, and Town of Crawford Police Department Chief Dominick Blasko emphasizes, “At this year’s Super Bowl be on the winning team - drink responsibly and arrive alive. Safety for everyone is law enforcement’s goal. Do your part and have a plan”.

Captain Arthur Worden, New York State Police Troop F Zone 2 Commander shares, “As we enjoy Super Bowl weekend, please remember to drink responsibly and plan by designating a sober driver. For those who choose to drink and drive, be aware that the New York State Police, along with our local law enforcement partners, will be conducting DWI checkpoints and roving patrols throughout the county. Our goal is to ensure the safety of everyone on the road and to support those making responsible choices”.

Highly visible, highly publicized efforts like the STOP-DWI High Visibility Engagement Campaign aim to further reduce the incidence of drunk and impaired driving. You can help to make a difference by Having a Sober Plan! Download our mobile app – “Have a Plan” and you will always be able to find a safe ride home www.stopdwi.org/mobileapp Impaired driving is completely preventable. All it takes is a little planning.

02/03/2025

Haven’t seen the team out in the community lately? That’s because they were busy at the Academy instructing SFST class and BAO certification!

Back to our regularly scheduled programs this week

01/31/2025

Even during the winter months, we remind everyone about the importance of pedestrian safety!

See and be seen! Whether driving or walking, pedestrian safety is a shared responsibility 🚙🚶‍♀️🚦

01/09/2025

Kicked off 2025 with a Not One More program at Cornwall High School. John Jones accompanied speaker Brian Strommer, to speak with students and parents about the importance of choices and consequences