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CHP to hold maximum enforcement period over New Year's Eve

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BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — The California Highway Patrol will once again be out in full force to make sure everyone stays safe over New Year's Eve.

As the holiday approaches, CHP will begin another maximum enforcement period, starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 and lasting until 11:59 p.m. on New Year's Day.

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Last year, 34 people were arrested for DUI in Bakersfield during CHP's New Year's maximum enforcement period.

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