Boulder County, CO – Drivers across Boulder County are being reminded to slow down and put phones away after deputies reported dozens of traffic stops tied to speeding and distracted driving this week.
According to the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, deputies continue enforcing traffic laws across major roadways in an effort to reduce serious crashes and improve safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Recent enforcement activity revealed multiple high-speed and distracted driving violations across well-traveled corridors.
Officials reported at least 75 drivers clocked at 75 miles per hour in 55 mph zones on Highway 52, between 95th Street and Highway 287. Deputies also stopped 68 drivers traveling 45 mph in a 30 mph zone in the 10,000 block of Boulder Canyon. On the Peak to Peak Highway between Nederland and Ward, 76 drivers were cited for traveling 45 mph in a 45 mph zone while allegedly distracted or texting, according to the sheriff’s office.
Law enforcement officials say speeding and distracted driving significantly reduce reaction time and increase the risk of severe injury during crashes. These behaviors place not only motorists at risk, but also passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians who share the roadway.
The sheriff’s office emphasized that traffic enforcement efforts are ongoing throughout Boulder County, including rural highways, canyon roads, and commuter routes connecting nearby mountain communities and the Boulder metro area.
Drivers are urged to allow extra travel time, remain attentive behind the wheel, and expect continued patrols throughout the week. Officials say the goal is not citations, but ensuring everyone reaches their destination safely.
Residents who regularly travel these corridors are encouraged to adjust driving habits and remain alert, particularly during peak commuting hours.
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