CHP issues 42 citations during enhanced enforcement on Hwy 395 on Nov. 17

The California Highway Patrol conducted a Major Corridor Enhanced Primary Collision Factor (PCF) Enforcement Campaign on Highway 395 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Nov. 17.

CHP – Northern Division focused enforcement on the US-395 corridor in Modoc, Lassen, and Sierra counties, which includes the Alturas, Susanville, and Quincy Area Offices, and Northern Division Commercial Enforcement Unit. A total of 42 citations were issued, of which 40 were for unsafe speed. The area offices also reported issuing 24 verbal or written warnings and one arrest.

Although this enhanced enforcement detail has concluded on US-395, the CHP will conduct additional enhanced enforcement details along the US-395 corridor at various times and locations throughout the year. The public should continue to practice safe driving habits anytime they get behind the wheel. The CHP reminds motorists to follow these basic traffic safety rules: always wear a seat belt, drive at a speed safe for conditions, eliminate distractions while driving, and always designate a sober driver.