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CHP Reports Statewide Results of Independence Day Weekend Enforcement

Thursday, July 11

During the Independence Day weekend, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) conducted a Maximum Enforcement Period to enhance the safety of Californians. The statewide statistics from this effort include:- Over 1,600 arrests, with more than 1,300 being DUI-related - Nearly 30,000 citations issued, including over 17,000... Read More.

California Highway Patrol recorded over 68 deaths this Independence Day.

Thursday, July 6

The CHP implements six Maximum Enforcement Periods a year to help save lives on the roadways during the holidays. From June 30th to July 4th the department says that the 68 deaths occurred because people not wearing a seatbelt and driving at unsafe speeds. ... Read More.