June 6, 2024 3:28 PM
The Saskatoon Police Service’s Traffic Unit has concluded its Light Vehicle Inspection Project with the support of SGI and Saskatchewan Highway Patrol.
On June 5, 2024, police and public safety partners conducted a one-day traffic project focused on light vehicle inspections and enforcement. A total of 48 vehicles were stopped for inspection at two different locations in Saskatoon resulting in the following enforcement action;
- 42 vehicle inspection notices issued totalling 122 violations to be addressed
- 19 vehicles placed out-of-service
- 13 vehicles sent for further inspections
- 5 vehicles weighed
In addition to the inspection enforcement, police issued tickets for the following offences; unaccompanied learner driver, suspended driver, failure to complete a pre-trip inspection on a commercial vehicle, failure to produce a license, unregistered vehicle, driving without a license, and vehicle equipment regulations (x3). Three drivers also tested positive for THC; their licenses were suspended and vehicles impounded as a result. Police also issued multiple warnings under the Tobacco Tax Act and Cannabis Act.
The Saskatoon Police Service thanks members of the public for their accommodation of this traffic safety initiative.
Members of the Saskatoon Police Traffic Unit along with SGI are planning a joint Light Vehicle Inspection (LVE) project for June 5th 2024.
The project will focus on daily commuters and their vehicles physical fitness, and compliance with the Vehicle Equipment Regulation Act.