"Speeding continues to be one of the leading causes of serious and fatal crashes on California's roadways. When drivers choose to exceed safe speeds, they reduce their ability to react and increase the risk for everyone on the road."
"Last year, CHP officers issued more than 491,000 speeding tickets statewide. Preliminary data showed speeding contributed to more than 110,000 crashes, killing over 400 people and injuring 68,000."
The California Highway Patrol's Maximum Enforcement Period begins Tuesday at 6 a.m. and lasts until Wednesday morning, focusing on speeding drivers. Motorists express concerns about the financial burden of speeding tickets amid rising gas prices. Speeding remains a significant issue, contributing to over 110,000 crashes and more than 400 fatalities last year. CHP commissioner Sean Duryee emphasizes the importance of slowing down to enhance road safety. The enforcement coincides with the introduction of a new program aimed at quickly addressing extreme speeding violations.
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