New York Police Supt. George P. Beach II, said “State Troopers and local law enforcement will be highly visible throughout the weekend… If you drink and drive, there will be serious consequences. Don’t take chances—we urge New Yorkers to plan ahead and guarantee themselves a safe trip home.”
On the other hand, Terri Egan, Executive Deputy Commissioner of the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles said, “St. Patrick’s Day is a great day to celebrate. Don’t make it a bad day by driving while impaired.”
Egan also serves as acting chairman of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee. She suggested that New Yorkers can download the Have a Plan app so they can make advance decisions for their friends to go home safely. They can assign a driver, call a taxi, or ride share. The app also allows them to review the consequences of impaired driving, report a drunk or drugged driver.
