NEW YORK STATE, USA — Governor Hochul announced on Monday the results from the additional law enforcement out for the fourth of July holiday.
State and local officers issued 37,899 tickets over the holiday weekend. Additional patrols over the holiday weekend targeted reckless and aggressive driving and included sobriety checkpoints.
The enforcement campaign, which ran from 6 p.m. on July 3 through midnight on July 7, was funded by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee.
“Keeping New Yorkers safe has been my top priority since taking office and this includes keeping reckless and aggressive drivers off the roads,” Governor Hochul said. “During a time when friends and families gather together, we will continue to work closely with law enforcement and ensure New Yorkers can celebrate safely.”
A total of 1,227 people were charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Last year, law enforcement issued 35,104 tickets across the state during the July 4 enforcement period.
This year, State Police arrested 251 people on drunken driving charges and issued a total of 12,700 tickets on other charges. The breakdown includes: 4,248 for speeding, 1,315 for not wearing a seat belt, 360 for distracted driving, and 219 for failing to abide by the Move Over Law.
“Getting reckless drivers off the road is a priority for Troopers each and every day, but even more so during holiday periods when celebrations may include alcohol," New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James said. "Our message is simple – if you drive impaired, we will arrest you. Make safety your priority and plan ahead for a safe ride home.”
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