CalTrans announced a joint effort with the California Highway Patrol and the California Office of Traffic Safety to urge drivers in the state to slow down given a recent 87% increase in citations for speeding in excess of 100mph that coincides with decreased traffic volumes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
From March 19th, when the state’s stay-at-home order began, to April 19th, the California Highway Patrol reported issuing 2,493 citations statewide for speeding more than 100mph, as compared to 1,335 during the same period last year. This increase in citations occurred as CalTrans has measured an average decline in traffic volume on state roads of approximately 35% as compared to this time last year.
Undoubtedly this driver will be feeling the sting of this ticket for a long time to come.
“It’s alarming to see the number of citations officers are writing for excessive speeds on California roadways, said CHP Commissioner Warren Stanley.” “Higher speeds can lead to much more serious injuries and significantly increase the chance of death should a crash occur.” he went on to say.
