Is it legal to turn around at a checkpoint?
Is it legal to turn around at a checkpoint? It is not illegal to turn around at a DUI checkpoint as long as you comply with all traffic laws in the area. However, if you attract the attention of law enforcement, your decision to turn to avoid the DUI checkpoint could be seen as a factor that provides police with probable cause to pull you over.
How long does a checkpoint last?
There is no time limit on how long a checkpoint can be operational. It is permissible for one to last an entire weekend so long as the burden on motorists is not substantial.