SOUTHERN CALFORNIA, CA. (Pain In The Pass) >> The California Highway Patrol, Nevada State Police, and the Arizona Department of Public Safety are collaborating for a Maximum Enforcement Period to help ensure the safety of all road users as they travel this Labor Day weekend, beginning at 6pm on Friday, September 1st through 12am on Tuesday, September 5.
“Alcohol-and drug-impaired driving continues to be a leading cause of traffic fatalities and injuries,” said Sean Duryee, CHP Commissioner. “An impaired driver behind the wheel puts themselves and everyone on the road in great danger.”
As Labor Day weekend approaches, marking the traditional end of summer celebrations, many people are getting ready for holiday gatherings and road trips.
“The CHP, along with our partners in Nevada and Arizona are committed to proactive enforcement throughout the holiday weekend,” said Duryee. “We will deploy all available personnel to ensure the highest level of safety for everyone traveling.”
The CHP, NSP, and Arizona DPS are dedicated to ensuring everyone reaches their destinations safely, especially given the surge in traffic that typically accompanies holiday weekends.
Throughout the holiday weekend, while law enforcement will be looking for traffic violations and assisting motorists, a special emphasis will be placed on identifying and apprehending those suspected of driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs and/or alcohol.
Last year during the Labor Day weekend, CHP officers made more than 900 arrests for DUI, in addition to issuing nearly 5,700 speeding citations. Sadly, 52 people were killed in crashes on California’s roads.
Avoid becoming a statistic and always designate a sober driver, utilize ride-share services, and always wear your seat belt.
The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of safety, service, and security.
Keep yourself and others who are on the road safe by designating a sober driver or using public transit or a ride-share service. If you see or suspect an impaired driver, call 9-1-1 immediately. Be prepared to provide the dispatcher a description of the vehicle, the license plate number, location, and direction of travel. Your phone call may save someone’s life.
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