The Missouri State Highway Patrol will hold a sobriety checkpoint in Jasper County, but exactly where and when are a mystery.

Capt. Randy Beydler, commander of Troop D in Springfield said the patrol will hold a checkpoint somewhere in Jasper County during the month of May, in cooperation with other law enforcement agencies.

Sobriety checkpoints are part of the patrol's efforts to remove intoxicated drivers from Missouri's highways and are conducted at various locations that have been found to experience a high number of alcohol-related contacts.

Drivers approaching checkpoints should carefully follow the directions posted on signs and watch for the signals from traffic control officers. Upon contact with officers, drivers will be asked to produce their driver's license and proof of insurance.  Normally, the wait at a checkpoint is less than five minutes. Unless officers suspect drinking or other violations, most drivers will not be asked to exit their vehicles.