For Immediate Release: Speed Catches Up With You Campaign

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SPEED CATCHES UP WITH YOU CAMPAIGN

Date: August 1, 2025

The Paradise Police Department previously announced our participation in the Speeding Catches Up With You campaign, along with the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). The purpose of this campaign is to mitigate driving behaviors that contribute to traffic-related fatalities on our Town's roads.

From July 7-31, 2025, Paradise Police Officers, Sergeants, and Administrators conducted a total of 358 traffic enforcement stops in addition to their other responsibilities to the public. These traffic stops have resulted in:

Traffic citations:

     Speed related (33)

     Unlicensed drivers (15)

     Out of class drivers (1)

     Fail to update address with DMV (2)

     Suspended driver's license, non-criminal (1)

     Fail to provide insurance (29)

     Red light (2)

     Construction zone flashing red (8)

     Stop sign (2)

     Cell phone (1)

     Vehicle lighting (10)

     Obstructed windows/tint (2)

     Broken windshield (3)

     Seatbelt (1)

     Unregistered vehicle (39)

     License plate missing or obstructed (4)

Arrests:

     Possession of illegal drugs (8)

     Driving Under the Influence (8)

     Reckless driving (1)

     Failure to correct previous violations (4)

     Outstanding arrest warrant (4)

     Ignition interlock violations (2)

     Suspended driver's license, criminal (3)

     Display false/stolen registration (2)

     Weapons violations (1)

     Resist arrest (1)

     Parole violations (1)

     Probation violations (1)

In total, 21 vehicles have been impounded or stored as a result of these enforcement actions.

There were ten traffic collisions during this time period.

The Paradise Police Department remains committed to leveraging its resources to professionally and proactively address criminal activity in our community. Traffic enforcement is just one avenue through which investigations can begin and public safety can be improved.

We value our ongoing partnerships with NHTSA, OTS, and most importantly, the Paradise community. Together, we can help make our roads safer for everyone.

If your organization is interested in a traffic safety presentation, please contact the Paradise Police Department to coordinate. 

“Paradise Police is committed to improving the quality of life in our community.”