New York Cracks Down on Speeding: Over 1,300 Traffic Tickets Issued in Monroe County
The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) has revealed that law enforcement agencies across Monroe County, New York issued a staggering 1,305 tickets during a speed enforcement mobilization from June 25 to June 27, 2025.
The enforcement was part of an intensified effort to curb speed-related crashes, with speeding cited as the leading contributing factor in fatal collisions across the county.
“Speeding simply is not worth the risk it imposes. A few seconds saved isn’t worth your life or jeopardizing someone else’s life.”
— Mark J.F. Schroeder, DMV Commissioner and GTSC Chair
🎯 "Speeding Is No Game" Campaign: Awareness Through Action
To complement the enforcement campaign, GTSC launched a digital media initiative titled “Speeding Is No Game. You Don’t Get a Second Life.” The campaign highlights the real-life consequences of speeding and aims to target young drivers, especially males aged 20 to 29, who are statistically the most involved in speed-related fatal crashes.
The campaign also includes:
Sponsorship with Rochester Red Wings for community outreach.
Traffic safety nights at the stadium.
School-based programs where students must pledge to drive safely to receive parking permits.
📊 Breakdown of Monroe County Speed Enforcement Tickets
Here is a detailed breakdown of the 1,305 traffic violations issued during the campaign:
📌 High-Risk Crash Patterns in Monroe County
According to crash data from the Institute for Traffic Safety Management & Research (ITSMR):
Unsafe speed is the #1 cause of fatal crashes in Monroe County.
Males aged 20–29 are the most over-represented group in speed-related fatalities.
Speeding crashes frequently occur:
Between Noon and 3 PM ("Lunch hours")
Between 3 PM and 6 PM ("Happy hour")
In fact, one-third of all traffic fatalities in New York State cite speeding as a contributing factor.
🛡️ GTSC’s Continued Commitment to Road Safety
The GTSC’s efforts are part of the 2024–2026 Triennial Highway Safety Plan, which targets high-risk locations like Rochester for enhanced enforcement and educational outreach. Funding supports:
High school safe driving pledges
Traffic safety fairs and expos
Partnerships with NY State Police for public education
These efforts are designed to build awareness and change driving behaviors, especially among young and high-risk drivers.
📝 Final Thoughts: Don’t Speed. Don’t Risk Lives.
The results from the Monroe County enforcement campaign underscore a clear message:
Speeding is not a game, and there are no second chances.
Through strategic enforcement, education, and community partnerships, the GTSC is taking serious steps to make New York roads safer for all.