DUI Checkpoints in
Santa Barbara County
Find publicly announced DUI checkpoint information
in Santa Barbara County, California.
This page organizes available announcements by city,
date, location, and official source so readers can stay
informed about public safety activity and drive responsibly.
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Public Listings
Santa Barbara
California County
Public Sources
When Available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, August 15, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
The Santa Maria Police Department will conduct a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location in Santa Maria.
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
The Goleta Police Department will conduct a DUI checkpoint at a selected location within the city. According to officials, sites are chosen using data from prior DUI arrests and alcohol-related crashes.
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday April 4, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
Goleta Police Department will hold a DUI checkpoint during the unsanctioned Deltopia event in Isla Vista at an undisclosed location within the City of Goleta
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Friday, February 20, 2026 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
The Goleta Police Department will also conduct a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed site within city limits.
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
The Goleta Police Department has also scheduled a DUI checkpoint. The checkpoint location has not been disclosed, but it may be set up along frequently traveled roads within Goleta.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
A DUI checkpoint is scheduled by the Santa Maria Police Department at the 600 block of West Main Street.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Friday, December 12, 2025 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
The Goleta Police Department has also scheduled a DUI checkpoin at the corner of Storke & Phelps, Storke Rd, Goleta, CA 93117, US
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Friday, September 19, 2025 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
Sobriety and driver license checkpoint near Isla Vista in the unincorporated area to reduce DUI risks.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, September 13, 2025 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
DUI Checkpoint within city limits at a location not revealed to the public for driver sobriety checks.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Friday, August 15, 2025 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
Goleta - DUI checkpoint conducted by Goleta Police Department at an undisclosed location.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Friday, May 16, 2025 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the city of Goleta.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
DUI Checkpoint at northbound lanes of 1400 block of South Broadway, at Broadway and Plaza Drive.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
DUI checkpoint during the unsanctioned Deltopia Event in Isla Vista. DUI block at an undisclosed location in Goleta, based on DUI crash history.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Friday, March 21, 2025 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
DUI checkpoint at a location with high impaired driving-related crashes, by Santa Maria Police Department.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, February 1, 2025
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DUI Checkpoint Location
An undisclosed location in Santa Barbara will host a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, December 28, 2024
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DUI Checkpoint Location
Santa Barbara will host a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, September 14, 2024 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
DUI monitoring is scheduled at the 1300 block of South Broadway.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, August 31, 2024 | 5 PM to 1 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
DUI checkpoint and DUI patrols are planned at an undisclosed location.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, August 24, 2024 | 5:30 PM to 10 PM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
Sobriety/Driver License checkpoint is planned in unincorporated Santa Barbara County, Buellton CHP jurisdiction.
Official source link not available
Santa Barbara County, California
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Date
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | 6 PM to 2 AM
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DUI Checkpoint Location
DUI checkpoint is active at an undisclosed location in the city of Santa Maria, by SMPD.
Official source link not available
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Frequently Asked Questions About DUI Checkpoints
in Santa Barbara County
Here are answers to common questions about publicly
announced DUI checkpoints and the information presented
on this page.
Are DUI checkpoints conducted in
Santa Barbara County?
Law enforcement agencies may conduct DUI
checkpoints and other impaired-driving
enforcement operations in
Santa Barbara County.
This page organizes publicly announced
checkpoint information when reliable public
information is available.
Where can I find DUI checkpoint information for
Santa Barbara County?
Available announcements are listed on this
page with information such as the city,
announced date, general location, and an
official source when one is available.
Because public announcements can change,
readers should review the original source
when provided.
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Are DUI checkpoint dates and locations guaranteed?
No. Publicly announced checkpoint information
can be changed, postponed, canceled, or modified
by the agency conducting the operation. When an
official source is available, readers should
review that source for the latest information.
Does this website help drivers avoid DUI checkpoints?
No. The purpose of this website is public
awareness and responsible driving. We do not
encourage anyone to evade, avoid, interfere with,
or drive around a DUI checkpoint. If you have
consumed alcohol or drugs, do not drive. Use a
sober driver or another safe transportation option.
