Texas – The Texas Department of Public Safety is stepping up patrols on roads across the state from March 8 through March 17 as part of its annual Spring Break and St. Patrick’s Day traffic enforcement campaign.
The Texas Highway Patrol will focus on drivers who are speeding, not wearing seat belts, driving under the influence, or committing other traffic violations.
“Spring break brings more travelers to Texas and making sure our roads are safe has to be a top priority,” said Colonel Freeman F. Martin.
“Whether you’re heading to the beach, lake, or anywhere in between, make smart choices—don’t drink and drive, buckle up, and stay off your phone when you’re behind the wheel. Let’s work together so that we can all have a safe and enjoyable spring break.”
The increased enforcement will be part of Operation CARE (Crash Awareness and Reduction Effort), a nationwide initiative aimed at reducing crashes and improving road safety.
During last year’s Spring Break and St. Patrick’s Day enforcement efforts, DPS officers issued over 52,793 citations and warnings.
These included more than 16,360 speeding violations, 1,277 seat belt and child seat violations, 2,149 violations for driving without insurance, and 463 felony and fugitive arrests.
