More Cops. More Stops. Enforcement Campaign Targets Tennessee Roadways

Nashville, TN – In an effort to save lives, the Governor’s Highway Safety Office (GHSO) is again working across the state to crack down on traffic safety violations including impaired driving, seat belt use, distracted driving, and speeding, during its “More Cops. More Stops.” campaign this April.   Tennessee is one of two states teaming … Read more

THP Top Finisher in National Law Enforcement Challenge

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has once again been named a top finisher in a prestigious national law enforcement agency competition. The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) has named the THP the second place winner of the 2011 National Law Enforcement Challenge. Colonel Tracy Trott will officially accept the award on behalf of … Read more

THP Prepares for Fourth of July Enforcement

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Highway Patrol is set to kick off another high visibility campaign to crack down on drunk drivers this Fourth of July holiday weekend. The aggressive DUI enforcement blitz will include saturation patrols as well as sobriety and driver license checkpoints across the state. The 2011 Fourth of July 78-hour holiday period … Read more

Media Advisory: TDOS Partners with Agencies for Law Enforcement Memorial 5K

NASHVILLE — In honor of National Police Week, the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, and several other agencies on Saturday are hosting the first ever Law Enforcement Memorial 5K Run/Walk and Family Picnic. The event marks the end of the annual week to honorlaw enforcement officials who lost their … Read more

Media Advisory: TDOS Partners with Agencies for Law Enforcement Memorial 5K

NASHVILLE — In honor of National Police Week, the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, and several other agencies on Saturday are hosting the first ever Law Enforcement Memorial 5K Run/Walk and Family Picnic. The event marks the end of the annual week to honorlaw enforcement officials who lost their … Read more

THP Gears Up for Easter Weekend Enforcement Activities

NASHVILLE – In anticipation of a busy travel weekend, the Tennessee Highway Patrol is ramping up its enforcement effort with increased patrols and sobriety checkpoints for the 2011 Easter Holiday period, beginning 12 a.m. Thursday, April 21 and concluding at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 24. read more TN.gov Newsroom – Safety