Friday, March 16, 2018

State Police, Local Law Enforcement to Conduct Special DWI Enforcement March 16 Through March 18


Governor Andrew Cuomo today announced that the New York State Police and local law enforcement will conduct special enforcement efforts designed to deter drinking and driving during St. Patrick's Day weekend. The traffic enforcement detail, which is funded through the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee, begins today and runs through Sunday, March 18, 2018. Drivers can expect a number of sobriety checkpoints, additional DWI patrols, and stings targeting underage drinking and illegal sales of alcohol to minors during the campaign. State Police will also be ticketing distracted drivers who use handheld electronic devices. 

"If your St. Patrick's Day weekend will involve drinking alcohol, please make the responsible decision and have a designated driver to ensure a safe trip home," Governor Cuomo said. "A day of celebrating can quickly turn into devastation because of bad decisions, and state and local law enforcement will be out in full force to keep our roadways safe."

Click here for the full announcement. 

Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo 

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