AUSTIN — The Texas Department of Public Safety will increase traffic enforcement statewide during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays as part of an effort to reduce crashes and promote safe travel.
According to a release, Texas Highway Patrol troopers will conduct heightened enforcement from Friday, Dec. 19, through Thursday, Jan. 1, focusing on violations including failure to wear seat belts, driving while intoxicated, speeding, distracted driving and failure to comply with the state’s Move Over or Slow Down law.
“Our message is clear — if you choose to drive impaired, distracted or in any other reckless manner, you will be held accountable,” Texas Highway Patrol Chief Bryan Rippee said in a statement. “Our troopers will be out on the roads to ensure everyone is driving responsibly and following the law. Our goal is simple — to keep every Texan safe so they can enjoy the season with their loved ones.”
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