TRI-STATE LABOR DAY MAXIMUM ENFORCEMENT EFFORT
California, Nevada,
and Arizona form partnership ahead of holiday travel
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – In a collaborative effort to help ensure
the safety of all road users as they travel this Labor Day weekend, the
California Highway Patrol (CHP), Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP), and Arizona Department
of Public Safety (DPS) are joining forces for a Maximum Enforcement Period
(MEP). The tri-state enforcement
initiative begins at 6:01 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 1, and continues through
11:59 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 4. As Labor Day weekend approaches, marking the traditional end of
summer celebrations, many people are gearing up for holiday gatherings and
road trips. The CHP, NHP, 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. “Alcohol-and
drug-impaired driving continues to be a leading cause of traffic fatalities
and injuries. An impaired driver behind the wheel puts themselves and
everyone on the road in great danger,” said CHP Commissioner Sean
Duryee. “The CHP, along with our partners in Nevada and Arizona are
committed to proactive enforcement throughout the holiday weekend. We
will deploy all available personnel to ensure the highest level of safety for
everyone traveling.” Last year during the Labor Day MEP, 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. |