Law enforcement in Idaho, surrounding states, ramp up to stop speeding

By Reader Staff

A multi-state law enforcement crackdown on speeding is set to take place from Sunday, July 20-Saturday, July 26, with increased patrols across Idaho, as well as Alaska, Montana, Oregon and Washington.

According to a news release from the Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety, coordinated patrols will take place across state lines during that time, and “drivers should expect to see an increased law enforcement presence wherever their summer travels take them throughout the Northwest.”

ITD reported that 126 people have died on Idaho roads so far this year — an increase from 113 by the same time last year. During what is referred to as the “100 Deadliest Days” between Memorial Day and Labor Day, there have been 49 fatalities in 2025, compared to 40 during the same time in 2024.

“Speed limits are not suggestions — they’re there to save lives,” stated ITD Highway Safety Manager Josephine Middleton. “Slowing down gives you more time to react and reduces the severity of crashes.”