Happy Labor Day Weekend, everyone! This Monday marks Labor Day for 2024, a day that we take off to honor the working people who make everything happen.

Labor Day has a long history in the US. Beginning in the 19th Century, Labor Day is a federal holiday intended to honor the American Labor Movement and it’s contribution to American society by building it. Oregon was the first state in the Union to officially recognize Labor Day in 1887. By 1894, 30 states had jumped on the bandwagon. That year, Congress passed a bill formally recognizing the first Monday in September as Labor Day.

Today, most people celebrate Labor Day by taking a vacation and enjoying what the country has to offer, and/or barbecuing. Whatever you choose to do this Labor Day, make sure that you keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

Should you plan to consume alcohol, make sure you have a safe ride home, to a hotel, or are able to stay where you are until you can safely drive. Never go out and imbibe alcohol without a plan to get home safely. If you cannot find anyone willing to be a designated driver, taxis and ride sharing services like Uber are a godsend.

Driving under the influence is a serious offense; one that can result in the serious injury of yourself, your passengers, and the people with whom you collide. The best-case scenario if you are caught driving under the influence is to be cited out with a ticket to return for court at the appointed date and time, and to either have your car driven home by someone sober or have it towed by the police.

In some cases the police will allow someone suspected of DUI to leave their car parked until someone can come get it. It depends on where you’re stopped and the circumstances surrounding the stop and arrest. In situations where the vehicle is towed, you’ll probably be responsible for paying to get out.

However, should someone be injured or killed as a result of your driving under the influence, you may be charged with far more serious crimes – up to and including murder.

Robin Sandoval

Robin Sandoval

Robin Sandoval is a California Licensed Bail Bondsman and owner of SCV Bail Bonds. Robin writes blogs and articles to help increase community awareness of the bail industry. If you have questions or want to suggest a topic, email robin@scvbailbonds.com, visit www.scvbailbonds.com or call 661-299-2245.
Robin Sandoval
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