As we head into the weekend, local RCMP detachments are offering a reminder about drinking and driving.

Earlier this month, officers with BCHP-Campbell River were on patrol in Courtenay, looking for high-risk driving behaviours including impaired driving.

One night - Saturday, November 4th - between 4:30pm and 10:00pm - officers issued a total of 6 Immediate Roadside Prohibitions under the BC Motor Vehicle Act for alcohol, in-and-around the Courtenay area, as well as a 12-hour driving prohibition to a driver with a novice license

Staff Sergeant Adam Tallboy says officers will continue to target those who choose to put themselves and others at risk by driving while impaired.

He says while it is unfortunate that these drivers made the wrong decision, it speaks to the determination of BC Highway Patrol officers to make highways safer.

The immediate roadside prohibitions that were issued ranged from 3 days to 90 days depending on blood alcohol concentration and were all accompanied by vehicle impoundments.

Learner and novice drivers are required to have a 0 blood alcohol concentration at all times while driving.

For more information, visit BCHP Campbell River.