Now through Halloween, drivers across New York state can expect increased patrols from State Police and local law enforcement, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Friday. There will be additional sobriety checkpoints and DWI patrols set up to target impaired drivers.

“Responsible choices are key to ensuring that all New Yorkers have a safe and fun Halloween,” Hochul said. “If you’re planning to celebrate, plan to have a sober ride home. I thank the New York State Police and our local law enforcement for keeping our children, communities and celebrations safe and fun.”

Last year, 32,866 citations were issued and 1,182 drivers were arrested for impaired driving and 6,495 drivers were ticketed for speeding.

According to AAA, from 2007 to 2021 federal crash data shows Halloween is the deadliest day for child pedestrians under the age of 18. A total of 49 children across the country were killed on Halloween during that period, nearly double the next deadliest day.