Do your part and drive responsibly during the Thanksgiving weekend. Holiday commute can be very dangerous as the streets are overcrowded with people traveling. Also, take extra precautions during the Black Friday shopping craze.
During the Thanksgiving weekend in 2012, troopers arrested 386 individuals for driving while intoxicated, issued more than 7,500 speeding citations, 875 citations for no insurance and more than 770 seat belt/child safety seat citations.
Troopers will be patrolling Texas roadways throughout the holiday weekend to promote safety and identify dangerous drivers.
Please take heed of the following advice: Don't drink and drive. Wear your seatbelt. Don't speed. Make sure your vehicle is properly maintained. Don't text and drive!
