NEW YORK — New York State Police will increase patrols and conduct sobriety checkpoints through Labor Day as part of a nationwide crackdown on drunk, drugged and reckless driving, officials announced Thursday.
The enforcement campaign, part of the national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" initiative, began Wednesday, Aug. 19, and runs through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7.
State Police said Labor Day weekend traditionally brings heavier traffic across New York, along with an increased risk of crashes, serious injuries and fatalities.
Drivers can expect additional patrols and sobriety checkpoints conducted by State Police and local law enforcement agencies throughout the enforcement period.
Troopers will use both marked State Police vehicles and Concealed Identity Traffic Enforcement vehicles, known as CITE vehicles. The unmarked vehicles blend in with regular traffic, allowing troopers to more easily spot traffic violations, but become readily identifiable as emergency vehicles when their emergency lights are activated, police said.
The initiative is partially funded by the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee.
Officials are also reminding motorists about the New York State STOP-DWI Foundation's "Have a Plan" mobile app, which allows users to locate taxi services, create a designated-driver list and access information about impaired-driving laws and penalties. The app also includes a way to report suspected impaired drivers.
During the 2025 Labor Day enforcement campaign, State Police issued 9,912 tickets and arrested 225 people for driving while intoxicated, according to police.
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