How Many Mass. OUI Arrests In 2024?

We often report when the Massachusetts State Police announces sobriety checkpoints. The average number of arrests during each checkpoint which normally lasts 4 - 6 hours is about 5 - 15 people. What about in total - checkpoints and regular police patrol?

How many OUI's in Massachusetts in 2024?

In 2024, about 7,961 people in Massachusetts got arrested for Operating Under the Influence, or OUI. That's when someone drives a car after drinking alcohol or using drugs. This number comes from a report by SafeHome.org, which tracks drunk driving stats across the U.S. Out of all arrests in the state that year—91,645 total—OUI made up around 8.7%. Most arrests happened after police saw bad driving or failed sobriety tests. -safehome.org

Are arrests trending down?

Has this number gone down over time? Yes, it has dropped a bit. In 2022, there were about 11,237 OUI charges filed in courts, according to a NHTSA highway safety report. That's higher than 2024. Experts say better awareness, more checkpoints, and rideshare apps like Uber help lower these arrests.

What do the demographics of OUI's look like?

Who gets arrested most? Men make up about 75% of OUI cases, based on trends from NHTSA reports on impaired driving. The average age is around 33, but young adults aged 21 to 34 are hit hardest - nearly 30% of alcohol-related crashes involve them.

What counties are the biggest offenders?

Where do these arrests happen? Urban spots lead the way. Essex and Bristol counties have the most OUI-drug cases. Big cities like Boston, Worcester, Brockton, and Fall River see lots too, often near bars or highways. Police focus patrols there to keep roads safe.