Transit Police Out In Full Force During School Break
With the mid-year school break beginning today, the Policía de Tránsito will be kicking off their campaign to remind drivers to slow down and buckle up and fine those who refuse to heed the warnings.

More than 700 Transit police officials in 100 patrol cars, 100 motorcycle and 20 two trucks will be out over the weekend on all major routes of the country. In addition, 50 radar units and 55 alcohol testers will used by the Transit police to stop speeders and those who insist on drinking and driving.

The Transit campaign will continue until Sunday night the 17th when a large volume of traffic is expected to head back to San José.

Major emphasis will be on the highways leading to and from the beach and resort areas. Speeding, drinking and driving and crowded vehicles will be the main focus of Transit officials. Buses and tourism vehicles will be checked to ensure that they have the necessary permits to operate.

Juan Manuel Delgado, director of Policía de Tránsito, said that his officers will also be paying attentions to "official" government vehicles that are being used for private transport. All "official" government vehicles have their side marked "uso oficial" which means they are to be operated within strict government policy and not to take the family on vacation.

The Peñas Blancas - San José, Paso Canoas - San José, San José - Limón and Pozón - Quepos rotues will be of major concern to the Transit police.

Delgado offers the following advice to vacationers:

1. Don't dring and drive

2. Follow the speed limits

3. Don't get behind the wheel tired or irritated. Patience is very important as traffic will be heavier than normal.

4. Refrain from using a cellular phone while driving. officers will pull you over and fine you. Use a hands free unit to make and receive calls.

5. Drive with extra caution, careful when passing

6. And, ensure that your car's is in good mechanical condition.