Before you get behind the wheel after drinking, think about the possible consequences.

If you drink and drive, you could get arrested, lose your driver’s license and lose your vehicle. A DUI arrest could cost you up to $10,000 in fines, attorney fees, higher insurance premiums and lost wages at your job. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

Beyond an arrest, the consequences are higher if you harm or kill someone else while driving drunk, leading to criminal charges and endless litigation costs.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has spearheaded the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign to discourage drunk driving. They provide some tips below on how to keep your family and friends safe while behind the wheel:

• Before drinking, select a non-drinking colleague as a designated driver to get everyone home safely.
• Download apps on your smartphone that allow you to call a taxi or Uber if you are too inebriated to drive. You can always pick up your car the next day.
• If you are hosting the party, make sure all guests leave with a sober driver. You can do that by serving non-alcoholic “Mocktail” concoctions that are safe alternatives to more traditional alcoholic beverages with our Mocktails recipe book.
• If you see a drunk driver on the road, call law enforcement immediately. You may prevent a potential accident and could save a life.