The Carson City Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with regional law enforcement agencies, has announced a high-visibility traffic enforcement campaign aimed at reducing speeding on interstates, highways and city streets.
This intensified patrolling effort is currently underway and will continue through the end of July. During this period, deputies and officers will focus specifically on speeding and related traffic violations to ensure the safety of all motorists.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2024, speeding was a contributing factor in 29% of all traffic fatalities. Speed also affects your safety even when you are driving at the speed limit but too fast for road conditions, such as during bad weather, when a road is under repair, or in an area at night that isn’t well lit. Speeding endangers not only the life of the speeder, but all of the people on the road around them, including law enforcement officers. It is a problem we all need to help solve.
This campaign is made possible through funding provided by the Nevada Department of Public Safety’s Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). The Joining Forces grants allow local agencies to increase staffing and resources dedicated specifically to reducing traffic-related deaths and injuries.
Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra time for travel, and always remain mindful of posted speed limits.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office will continue to enforce traffic safety laws and educate the public year- round as part of its commitment to reduce accidents and save lives. Whether you’re the driver, a passenger, or a pedestrian, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office reminds everyone to make safety on our roadways their top priority.
Please contact Sergeant Olson at solson@carsoncity.gov or 775-283-7887 if you have any questions.
