LPD to Increase St. Patty's Day Impaired Driving Enforcement | 2026

Published on March 09, 2026

As St. Patrick’s Day celebrations approach, the Lincoln Police Department (LPD) is reminding the community that "luck" should not be your plan for getting home safely.

From March 13 through March 21, 2026, LPD will conduct a high-visibility enforcement campaign specifically targeting impaired drivers. During this time, LPD will deploy additional officers on overtime to patrol Lincoln’s streets and proactively identify drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This initiative is made possible through a grant from the Nebraska Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office.

In 2025, Nebraska saw a concerted effort to reduce alcohol-related fatalities. LPD’s recent campaigns have shown that increased visibility works; however, alcohol remains a factor in a significant percentage of serious injury crashes in Lancaster County. During this campaign, officers will also be looking for secondary violations such as speeding and seatbelt non-compliance.

The Lincoln Police Department wishes everyone a safe and happy St. Patrick’s Day.

Remember: Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.