RCMP are reminding motorists that officers will be conducting its annual festive season Checkstop campaign on Manitoba roads and highways throughout December.

Planning a safe ride home if you are consuming drugs or alcohol, can help you avoid a criminal charge and save lives by arranging for a designated driver or calling a cab,  rideshare or taking public transit where possible.

Expect to see an increased police presence on roads and highways.   RCMP Traffic Services will complete mandatory screenings for alcohol and drugs when they stop a vehicle.

People arrested for impaired driving in Manitoba face a range of consequences, including criminal charges, large fines, having their licence suspended and their vehicle impounded.

There were 21 fatal collisions in RCMP jurisdiction last year where drug or alcohol impairment were suspected as a contributing factor.

There were 43 collisions last year that resulted in serious injuries where impairment is either confirmed or suspected to be a factor.