San Diego Sheriff's Office Increases Super Bowl DUI Patrols

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The San Diego County Sheriff's Office will be conducting increased patrols and enforcement for impaired driving on Super Bowl Sunday, February 8, 2026. The patrols will run from 3:00 p.m. on Sunday through 5:00 a.m. the following morning. This is part of an effort to keep roadways safe during the popular sporting event and celebrations.

Why it matters

Impaired driving is a major public safety concern, especially during high-profile events like the Super Bowl when alcohol consumption tends to increase. The Sheriff's Office is taking proactive steps to identify and arrest drunk or drugged drivers in order to prevent accidents and protect the community.

The details

In 2025, law enforcement agencies in San Diego County made 7,394 arrests for impaired driving, with the Sheriff's Office accounting for 1,194 of those. During Super Bowl Sunday 2025, there were 32 impaired driving arrests countywide, including 2 made by Sheriff's deputies. The increased patrols this year aim to build on those efforts and further reduce the risk of impaired driving incidents.

• The enhanced DUI patrols will begin on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. and last through 5:00 a.m. the following morning.

What’s next

The Sheriff's Office will continue to monitor impaired driving trends and adjust enforcement efforts as needed to keep the community safe.