Over 20,000 Tickets Issued During Labor Day Long Weekend

Over 20,000 tickets were issued during a statewide Labor Day Weekend high visibility campaign by area law enforcement agencies. The campaign ran from August 30th through September 2nd with police agencies increasing patrols and targeting reckless and impaired driving. The campaign is just one of numerous campaigns throughout the year funded through the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee.

According to Governor Hochul’s Office, 4,374 tickets were issued for speeding and 966 were issued for drug or alcohol impaired driving. 

“I applaud the tremendous work put forth by our members and law enforcement partners that have attributed to the success of this enforcement. Whether it is distracted driving or impaired driving, it is dangerous driving that needlessly claims lives. I thank Governor Hochul for her shared commitment and continued support in prioritizing traffic safety. Through persistent education and enforcement, the State Police continues the mission to make New York’s roads safer, by discouraging, detecting, and arresting negligent drivers.”

New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James said.

Other tickets issued included 192 for Move-Over violations, 824 for seatbelt violations, and 514 for distracted driving.