The Austin Police Department (APD) will conduct a No Refusal Initiative that will coincide with the upcoming July 4^th holiday. This initiative will be in effect Thursday, July 4, 2019 through Sunday, July 7, 2019 and will run 10 p.m. - 5 a.m. each day.
 
This initiative is an effort to enforce DWI laws, keep the public safe by encouraging drivers to make responsible decisions, and to apply for blood search warrants on suspects who refuse to provide a breath or blood specimen as required by law.
 
APD is continuously focused on preventing lives from being lost on the streets, highways and waterways of Austin. The department is dedicated to making Austin safe for residents and visitors through education and enforcement. 
 
There is no excuse to drink and drive! Plan a safe ride home.