Los Angeles, CA – During the 2025 New Year’s Enforcement Period, California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers conducted more than 9,300 enforcement actions statewide, resulting in hundreds of arrests and thousands of citations issued amid challenging winter weather conditions.
According to CHP, officers issued 5,458 citations and made 379 DUI arrests between New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Speeding remained a significant concern, with 2,972 speeding citations recorded, including 92 drivers cited for traveling faster than 100 mph.
Tragically, six fatal crashes occurred across CHP jurisdictions during the period. The agency reported that speeding, impaired driving, and failure to wear seat belts continue to be leading factors in serious and fatal collisions.
“Seat belts save lives—every seat, every trip,” CHP officials reminded drivers in their statement. The agency continues to emphasize road safety, urging motorists to slow down in adverse weather, remain focused, and never drive under the influence.
The CHP’s statewide enforcement initiative ran through the holiday to reduce crashes and enhance driver safety. The agency said its mission to keep California’s roads safe continues year-round, “rain or shine.”
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