Kentucky State Police to Conduct Periodic Checkpoints, Post 13 Covers Perry County

On December 1 the Kentucky State Police, Hazard Post 13 said it will conduct periodic traffic safety checkpoints as authorized by the agency policy and procedures manual. Post 13 provides law enforcement coverage for Perry, Knott, Letcher, Breathitt and Leslie Counties. The stated purpose of the checkpoints is to promote motorist safety on public roadways and to provide a deterrent to violations of the Kentucky Revised Statutes.

The announcement directs residents to a full listing of checkpoint locations at https://www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/post13checkpoints. That online list is intended to give motorists advance notice about where enforcement activity will occur and to allow drivers to plan routes and comply with traffic laws.

For local residents the checkpoints can mean temporary delays on state and county roads when they are active. The checkpoints are an enforcement tool frequently used to address speeding, impaired driving, seat belt noncompliance and other moving violations. Because Post 13 covers multiple eastern Kentucky counties, enforcement activity can shift between jurisdictions depending on traffic safety needs and incident patterns.

The use of checkpoints raises policy and institutional questions about transparency and civil liberties. The Kentucky State Police cites its policy and procedures manual as authorization for these operations, which signals internal governance and oversight. Making location information publicly available is one way to increase transparency, but community members and local officials may seek additional detail about selection criteria, timing and data collection to assess effectiveness and equity.

Checkpoints can also affect civic life by shaping public perceptions of safety and trust in law enforcement. Residents who rely on consistent access to work, school and civic activities need clear information about enforcement schedules to avoid unexpected interruptions. Civic engagement is strengthened when law enforcement communicates clearly and when local leaders monitor effects on mobility and public safety outcomes.

Motorists seeking location details and schedules should consult the online checkpoint listing at the address provided. Community members with concerns about checkpoint procedures may contact local elected officials to request further information about oversight and the measurement of safety benefits in Perry County.