FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky State Police Post 12 said Oct. 8 that it will conduct periodic traffic safety checkpoints at approved locations across its seven-county coverage area, according to a KSP news release. The post covers Anderson, Fayette, Franklin, Scott, Shelby, Spencer and Woodford counties. The checkpoints will be run in accordance with the KSP Policy and Procedures Manual.

The agency said the checkpoints are one of several proactive measures it uses to protect motorists. Others include general patrol tactics aimed at areas the post considers problematic. Checkpoints are used to promote safety on public roads and to deter violations of the Kentucky Revised Statutes, the release said.

According to the release, the checkpoints are meant to be a high-visibility public safety presence. Officers will focus on three areas: driver impairment, vehicle equipment deficiencies, including confirmation that vehicles are properly registered and insured, and whether drivers hold valid licenses. Officers will also address other violations of law or public safety concerns they encounter during a checkpoint.

The release does not list specific dates, times or sites. Those details are available on the post's checkpoint page at kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/post12checkpoints, which the agency said contains a complete list of locations.

Fayette County, home to Lexington, is one of the seven counties in the district, so the checkpoints could affect drivers in the city and surrounding areas. Motorists in the post's coverage area who want to plan around the checkpoints can consult the online list, and drivers who are stopped can expect officers to request a license, proof of registration and proof of insurance.

The Kentucky State Police is the state's statewide law enforcement agency. Post 12 is based in Frankfort. The agency's reminder to drivers came as it said it works daily to ensure the safety of the motoring public.