Irving, Texas, Police report that during the week of March 12 –21, 2010 (Spring Break), enhanced traffic enforcement was conducted focusing on D.W.I., speed, and proper use of seatbelts/safety seats. These efforts were part of a state-wide initiative funded by on-going grants which have shown continued success in Irving and across the state.
During the time officers were working the enforcement grant they observed a high percentage of compliance by drivers and only a minimal number of citations were issued (23 speed violations and 22 other violations). In addition to those citations a total of 12 arrests were made, 9 for DWI and 3 for other reasons.