MINERAL COUNTY (FOX5) — Eight drivers and three vehicles were taken off the road after Nevada troopers uncovered 73 violations during a two-day commercial vehicle enforcement operation in Central Nevada.
According to officials, Nevada Highway Patrol troopers identified 73 violations during the operation at Montgomery Pass in Mineral County.
Nevada Highway Patrol Commercial Troopers work to keep Nevada’s highways safe by ensuring commercial vehicles meet safety standards and drivers comply with regulations designed to protect everyone on the road.
On November 2–3, 2026, troopers conducted a commercial vehicle enforcement operation at Montgomery Pass in Mineral County.
During the two-day operation, troopers conducted 69 traffic stops and completed 69 inspections, identifying 73 violations. Eight drivers and three vehicles were placed out of service due to safety violations.
These enforcement efforts help reduce risks, prevent crashes, and protect everyone who shares Nevada’s highways.#NevadaStatePolice #NevadaHighwayPatrol #CommercialVehicleSafety #TrafficSafety
— Nevada State Police (@NVStatePolice) November 12, 2026
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Troopers conducted 69 traffic stops and 69 inspections during the November 2 to 3 operation. Three vehicles were placed out of service because of safety violations.
The patrol said its commercial enforcement efforts are intended to ensure vehicles meet safety standards and drivers comply with regulations, helping reduce risks and prevent crashes on Nevada highways.
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