Local officials are already witnessing outcomes as Georgia’s Operation Zero Tolerance begins its fourth day. Ten traffic-related arrests have been recorded in Habersham County since the holiday enforcement effort started on June 27.
The arrests are a part of the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety’s statewide coordinated effort to crack down on aggressive, intoxicated, and distracted drivers during one of the busiest travel times of the year.
To improve visibility and enforcement on major roads, the Georgia State Patrol has partnered with the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Units, which include patrol officers and H.E.A.T. (Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic) deputies. Increased patrols and roadside safety checks across the county are part of the endeavor.
According to a news release from the sheriff’s office, these initiatives are consistent with one of our main duties in traffic safety, which is to lessen collisions and fatalities caused by intoxicated drivers on the roads.
According to authorities, enforcement will last until July 6. Law enforcement will likely be more visible to drivers, especially on state highways and busy thoroughfares.
Drivers are urged by the sheriff’s office to always wear seat belts, follow posted speed limits, stay focused, and never drive while intoxicated.
Officials warn that if you drive while intoxicated, you will be pulled over.
