The CHP made 481 DUI arrests during their New Year’s Maximum Enforcement Period

The CHP has released a New Year’s Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP) recap.

Over a focused two-day period, from December 31 at 6:01 PM to January 1 at 11:59 PM, the California Highway Patrol worked tirelessly to ensure everyone made it safely to their holiday destinations. Here are the results of the New Years Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP):

DUI Enforcement: 481 DUI arrests statewide, taking impaired drivers off the roads to protect all travelers.

Citations Issued: A total of 9,951 citations, including speeding, seatbelt violations, and other traffic infractions.

Enforcement Actions: 14,437 enforcement actions, highlighting the CHP’s commitment to road safety during the holidays.

The holidays should be a time of celebration, not tragedy. Let’s continue to prioritize safety and responsibility on the road.

Art Pedroza Editor

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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