California Highway Patrol Maximum Enforcement Period on Memorial Day Weekend 2022.
Memorial Day is the traditional start to the summer travel season, and this weekend California’s roadways will likely be bustling with activity.
To help ensure the safety of motorists throughout the holiday, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) will conduct a Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP).
Memorial Day Weekend Maximum Enforcement Dates and Times
Friday May 27 2022: Starts at 7:00pm thru Monday May 30 2022 at 11:59pm
CHP Maximum Enforcement Focus Is Seat Belts Usage
CHP officers will be patrolling throughout the state, monitoring the roadways for seat belt violations, distracted drivers, speeders, and anyone suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
“Memorial Day should be a time for honoring our fallen heroes and spending time with loved ones,” said CHP Commissioner Amanda Ray. “It should never be marked by tragedy caused by car crashes. Please buckle up, follow all traffic laws, and arrive at your destination safely.”
Nearly two-thirds (63 percent) of all vehicle occupants killed in crashes within CHP jurisdiction last Memorial Day were not wearing a seat belt. In all, 35 people died in crashes during the 78-hour MEP in California. Additionally, CHP officers made 979 arrests throughout the state for driving under the influence.
The CHP’s Memorial Day MEP coincides with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s ongoing “Click it or Ticket” seat belt campaign, which continues through June 5 2022.
The CHP also reminds drivers to protect child passengers by placing them in age-appropriate child safety seats.
Whether it is a harnessed safety seat or a booster, the law requires children under 8 be secured in the backseat.
Infants and children under 2 should remain rear facing in their car seat.
To have a child safety seat technician properly install or check your child safety seat,
please visit https://www.chp.ca.gov/find-an-office and schedule an appointment at your local CHP Area office.
California Highway Patrol Memorial Day Weekend Safety Tips
Drive Sober
Avoid Distractions
Always Buckle Up
Leave Plenty of Time to Get to Your Destination
Memorial Day Weekend Rideshare
The public can help by calling 9-1-1 if they suspect an impaired driver.
Callers should be prepared to give the vehicle’s description, location, license plate number, and direction of travel.
The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security.
