New York State Police Release Statistics on Thanksgiving Enforcement
Statewide Numbers Show Increase in Tickets and Arrests for DWI
The New York State Police released the numbers for the Thanksgiving enforcement period, which ran from Saturday, November 23 to Sunday, December 1. During this weeklong campaign, police issued 24,191 tickets statewide and made 251 arrests for DWI. Police also investigated 1,259 crashes, with three of them being fatal.
Speeding and Aggressive Driving Targeted
Troopers also targeted speeding and aggressive drivers during the Thanksgiving enforcement. Across the state, 4,338 tickets were issued for speeding; 371 tickets for distracted driving; 2,520 for seatbelt violations; and 242 tickets for violations of the Move Over Law.
Regional Breakdown
Here is a breakdown of the numbers for the Capital Region:
| Troop | Region | DWI Arrests (# of persons) |
Speed | Distracted Driving | Child Restraint & Seat Belt | Move Over | Total Tickets (includes other violations) |
| G | Capital Region | 25 | 479 | 23 | 141 | 28 | 1282 |
Statewide Numbers Increase from 2023
The statewide numbers for 2024 show an increase over the previous year. During the 2023 Thanksgiving enforcement campaign, 18,690 total tickets were issued and 178 people were arrested for DWI.
Conclusion
The New York State Police’s efforts to ensure road safety during the Thanksgiving holiday resulted in a significant increase in tickets and arrests for DWI. These numbers highlight the importance of responsible driving and the need for increased awareness of the dangers of impaired driving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the total number of tickets issued statewide during the Thanksgiving enforcement period?
A: 24,191
Q: How many DWI arrests were made during the Thanksgiving enforcement period?
A: 251
Q: How many crashes were investigated during the Thanksgiving enforcement period?
A: 1,259
Q: How many of the crashes investigated during the Thanksgiving enforcement period were fatal?
A: 3
