Suffolk, County

Traffic ticket and crash data for Suffolk County

This page shows traffic ticket and crash counts for Suffolk County, New York. The numbers come from Traffic Safety Statistical Repository (TSSR) data. Ticket and crash data cover 2009 to 2024.

Suffolk County had 270,001 traffic tickets in 2024. That is 28% more than in 2009. Speeding tickets went from 30,859 in 2009 to 33,120 in 2024. Cell phone and texting tickets went from 7,813 in 2009 to 11,760 in 2024. Impaired driving tickets went from 5,849 in 2009 to 4,088 in 2018.

Suffolk County had 40,801 reported crashes in 2024. A 2018 change in crash reporting makes earlier years hard to compare.

These are raw counts. They are not adjusted for population or miles driven.

Suffolk County at a glance
MeasureFirst yearLatest yearChangeTrend
All traffic tickets211,686 (2009)270,001 (2024)+28%
Speeding tickets30,859 (2009)33,120 (2024)+7%
Cell phone and texting tickets7,813 (2009)11,760 (2024)+51%
Impaired driving tickets5,849 (2009)4,088 (2018)−30%
Reported crashes30,944 (2009)40,801 (2024)+32%†

Traffic tickets

This count includes every type of traffic ticket in the data.

All traffic tickets by year

Suffolk County had 270,001 traffic tickets in 2024. That is 28% more than in 2009, when there were 211,686. The highest year was 2017, with 284,202.

All traffic tickets by year, Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 270,001 traffic tickets in 2024. That is 28% more than in 2009, when there were 211,686. The highest year was 2017, with 284,202.0100k200k300k400k200920112013201520172019202120242009: 211,6862010: 235,4892011: 261,0542012: 275,8322013: 251,6222014: 237,1322015: 228,4962016: 253,7862017: 284,2022018: 276,9102019: 272,5222020: 182,3772021: 200,6622022: 211,6702023: 271,3252024: 270,001270,001All traffic tickets by year, Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 270,001 traffic tickets in 2024. That is 28% more than in 2009, when there were 211,686. The highest year was 2017, with 284,202.0100k200k300k400k200920132017202120242009: 211,6862010: 235,4892011: 261,0542012: 275,8322013: 251,6222014: 237,1322015: 228,4962016: 253,7862017: 284,2022018: 276,9102019: 272,5222020: 182,3772021: 200,6622022: 211,6702023: 271,3252024: 270,001270,001

Years shown: 2009–2024.

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All traffic tickets by year, Suffolk County
YearTraffic tickets
2009211,686
2010235,489
2011261,054
2012275,832
2013251,622
2014237,132
2015228,496
2016253,786
2017284,202
2018276,910
2019272,522
2020182,377
2021200,662
2022211,670
2023271,325
2024270,001

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Cell phone and texting tickets

These charts cover cell phone tickets (VTL 1225-c) and texting tickets (VTL 1225-d).

Cell phone and texting tickets by year

Suffolk County had 11,760 cell phone and texting tickets in 2024. That is 51% more than in 2009, when there were 7,813.

Cell phone and texting tickets by year, Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 11,760 cell phone and texting tickets in 2024. That is 51% more than in 2009, when there were 7,813.05k10k15k20k200920112013201520172019202120242009: 7,8132010: 7,3352011: 10,8942012: 9,6782013: 11,6402014: 9,8182015: 9,8382016: 11,2592017: 9,9722018: 9,7592019: 9,8222020: 5,7092021: 7,1412022: 9,0352023: 11,5902024: 11,76011,760Cell phone and texting tickets by year, Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 11,760 cell phone and texting tickets in 2024. That is 51% more than in 2009, when there were 7,813.05k10k15k20k200920132017202120242009: 7,8132010: 7,3352011: 10,8942012: 9,6782013: 11,6402014: 9,8182015: 9,8382016: 11,2592017: 9,9722018: 9,7592019: 9,8222020: 5,7092021: 7,1412022: 9,0352023: 11,5902024: 11,76011,760

Years shown: 2009–2024.

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Cell phone and texting tickets by year, Suffolk County
YearCell phone and texting tickets
20097,813
20107,335
201110,894
20129,678
201311,640
20149,818
20159,838
201611,259
20179,972
20189,759
20199,822
20205,709
20217,141
20229,035
202311,590
202411,760

Phone use and texting tickets by year

From 2009 to 2024, Suffolk County had 153,063 cell phone and texting tickets. “Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c)” made up 62% of them. “Texting (V&T 1225-d)” made up 38%.

Phone use and texting tickets by year, Suffolk CountyFrom 2009 to 2024, Suffolk County had 153,063 cell phone and texting tickets. “Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c)” made up 62% of them. “Texting (V&T 1225-d)” made up 38%.05k10k15k20k20092011201320152017201920212024Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2009: 7,811Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2010: 7,255Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2011: 10,344Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2012: 8,545Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2013: 9,365Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2014: 7,128Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2015: 6,382Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2016: 6,946Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2017: 5,970Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2018: 5,220Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2019: 4,576Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2020: 2,628Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2021: 2,774Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2022: 3,074Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2023: 3,756Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2024: 3,452Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2009: 2Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2010: 80Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2011: 550Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2012: 1,133Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2013: 2,275Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2014: 2,690Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2015: 3,456Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2016: 4,313Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2017: 4,002Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2018: 4,539Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2019: 5,246Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2020: 3,081Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2021: 4,367Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2022: 5,961Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2023: 7,834Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2024: 8,308Phone use and texting tickets by year, Suffolk CountyFrom 2009 to 2024, Suffolk County had 153,063 cell phone and texting tickets. “Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c)” made up 62% of them. “Texting (V&T 1225-d)” made up 38%.05k10k15k20k20092013201720212024Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2009: 7,811Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2010: 7,255Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2011: 10,344Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2012: 8,545Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2013: 9,365Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2014: 7,128Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2015: 6,382Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2016: 6,946Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2017: 5,970Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2018: 5,220Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2019: 4,576Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2020: 2,628Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2021: 2,774Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2022: 3,074Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2023: 3,756Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c), 2024: 3,452Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2009: 2Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2010: 80Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2011: 550Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2012: 1,133Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2013: 2,275Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2014: 2,690Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2015: 3,456Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2016: 4,313Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2017: 4,002Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2018: 4,539Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2019: 5,246Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2020: 3,081Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2021: 4,367Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2022: 5,961Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2023: 7,834Texting (V&T 1225-d), 2024: 8,308
  • Cell Phone (V&T 1225-c)
  • Texting (V&T 1225-d)

Years shown: 2009–2024.

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Phone use and texting tickets by year, Suffolk County
YearCell Phone (V&T 1225-c)Texting (V&T 1225-d)
20097,8112
20107,25580
201110,344550
20128,5451,133
20139,3652,275
20147,1282,690
20156,3823,456
20166,9464,313
20175,9704,002
20185,2204,539
20194,5765,246
20202,6283,081
20212,7744,367
20223,0745,961
20233,7567,834
20243,4528,308

Cell phone ticket results

In 2024, the most common result for cell phone tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on a Non-Texting Violation.” That was 91% of 7,159 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 5%.

Cell phone ticket results, Suffolk CountyIn 2024, the most common result for cell phone tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on a Non-Texting Violation.” That was 91% of 7,159 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 5%.Convicted on a Non-Texting Violat…Convicted on a Non-Texting Violation: 6,534 (91%)6,534 (91%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 362 (5%)362 (5%)Convicted on Same Texting Violati…Convicted on Same Texting Violation: 263 (4%)263 (4%)Cell phone ticket results, Suffolk CountyIn 2024, the most common result for cell phone tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on a Non-Texting Violation.” That was 91% of 7,159 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 5%.Convicted on a Non-Texting ViolationConvicted on a Non-Texting Violation: 6,534 (91%)6,534 (91%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 362 (5%)362 (5%)Convicted on Same Texting ViolationConvicted on Same Texting Violation: 263 (4%)263 (4%)

Data year: 2024.

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Cell phone ticket results, Suffolk County
ResultCountShare
Convicted on a Non-Texting Violation6,53491%
Dismissed/Acquitted3625%
Convicted on Same Texting Violation2634%
Total7,159100%

Texting ticket results

In 2024, the most common result for texting tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on a Non-Cell Phone Violation.” That was 90% of 2,980 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 6%.

Texting ticket results, Suffolk CountyIn 2024, the most common result for texting tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on a Non-Cell Phone Violation.” That was 90% of 2,980 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 6%.Convicted on a Non-Cell Phone Vio…Convicted on a Non-Cell Phone Violation: 2,676 (90%)2,676 (90%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 186 (6%)186 (6%)Convicted on Same Cell Phone Viol…Convicted on Same Cell Phone Violation: 118 (4%)118 (4%)Texting ticket results, Suffolk CountyIn 2024, the most common result for texting tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on a Non-Cell Phone Violation.” That was 90% of 2,980 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 6%.Convicted on a Non-Cell Phone ViolationConvicted on a Non-Cell Phone Violation: 2,676 (90%)2,676 (90%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 186 (6%)186 (6%)Convicted on Same Cell Phone ViolationConvicted on Same Cell Phone Violation: 118 (4%)118 (4%)

Data year: 2024.

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Texting ticket results, Suffolk County
ResultCountShare
Convicted on a Non-Cell Phone Violation2,67690%
Dismissed/Acquitted1866%
Convicted on Same Cell Phone Violation1184%
Total2,980100%

Read more: New York cell phone tickets

Speeding tickets

These charts cover speeding tickets under VTL 1180.

Speeding tickets by year

Suffolk County had 33,120 speeding tickets in 2024. That is 7% more than in 2009, when there were 30,859. The highest year was 2017, with 39,537.

Speeding tickets by year, Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 33,120 speeding tickets in 2024. That is 7% more than in 2009, when there were 30,859. The highest year was 2017, with 39,537.010k20k30k40k200920112013201520172019202120242009: 30,8592010: 31,0482011: 32,2702012: 37,5252013: 38,8392014: 37,8082015: 33,1942016: 38,4682017: 39,5372018: 33,6922019: 34,5252020: 31,5612021: 30,2032022: 29,8132023: 32,6952024: 33,12033,120Speeding tickets by year, Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 33,120 speeding tickets in 2024. That is 7% more than in 2009, when there were 30,859. The highest year was 2017, with 39,537.010k20k30k40k200920132017202120242009: 30,8592010: 31,0482011: 32,2702012: 37,5252013: 38,8392014: 37,8082015: 33,1942016: 38,4682017: 39,5372018: 33,6922019: 34,5252020: 31,5612021: 30,2032022: 29,8132023: 32,6952024: 33,12033,120

Years shown: 2009–2024.

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Speeding tickets by year, Suffolk County
YearSpeeding tickets
200930,859
201031,048
201132,270
201237,525
201338,839
201437,808
201533,194
201638,468
201739,537
201833,692
201934,525
202031,561
202130,203
202229,813
202332,695
202433,120

School zone speeding tickets by year (VTL 1180-c)

Suffolk County had 1,256 school zone speeding tickets in 2024. That is 9% more than in 2009, when there were 1,148. The highest year was 2012, with 2,330.

School zone speeding tickets by year (VTL 1180-c), Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 1,256 school zone speeding tickets in 2024. That is 9% more than in 2009, when there were 1,148. The highest year was 2012, with 2,330.01k2k3k4k200920112013201520172019202120242009: 1,1482010: 9932011: 1,5122012: 2,3302013: 1,3772014: 1,1432015: 1,0482016: 1,3602017: 1,4592018: 1,0882019: 1,4482020: 6462021: 1,0592022: 1,4982023: 1,2742024: 1,2561,256School zone speeding tickets by year (VTL 1180-c), Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 1,256 school zone speeding tickets in 2024. That is 9% more than in 2009, when there were 1,148. The highest year was 2012, with 2,330.01k2k3k4k200920132017202120242009: 1,1482010: 9932011: 1,5122012: 2,3302013: 1,3772014: 1,1432015: 1,0482016: 1,3602017: 1,4592018: 1,0882019: 1,4482020: 6462021: 1,0592022: 1,4982023: 1,2742024: 1,2561,256

Years shown: 2009–2024.

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School zone speeding tickets by year (VTL 1180-c), Suffolk County
YearSchool zone speeding tickets
20091,148
2010993
20111,512
20122,330
20131,377
20141,143
20151,048
20161,360
20171,459
20181,088
20191,448
2020646
20211,059
20221,498
20231,274
20241,256

Work zone speeding tickets by year (VTL 1180-f)

Suffolk County had 78 work zone speeding tickets in 2024. That is 33% fewer than in 2009, when there were 117. The highest year was 2020, with 192.

Work zone speeding tickets by year (VTL 1180-f), Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 78 work zone speeding tickets in 2024. That is 33% fewer than in 2009, when there were 117. The highest year was 2020, with 192.050100150200200920112013201520172019202120242009: 1172010: 562011: 772012: 692013: 922014: 212015: 662016: 352017: 1672018: 682019: 482020: 1922021: 322022: 332023: 652024: 7878Work zone speeding tickets by year (VTL 1180-f), Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 78 work zone speeding tickets in 2024. That is 33% fewer than in 2009, when there were 117. The highest year was 2020, with 192.050100150200200920132017202120242009: 1172010: 562011: 772012: 692013: 922014: 212015: 662016: 352017: 1672018: 682019: 482020: 1922021: 322022: 332023: 652024: 7878

Years shown: 2009–2024.

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Work zone speeding tickets by year (VTL 1180-f), Suffolk County
YearWork zone speeding tickets
2009117
201056
201177
201269
201392
201421
201566
201635
2017167
201868
201948
2020192
202132
202233
202365
202478

Speeding ticket results

In 2024, the most common result for speeding tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on a Non-Speeding Violation.” That was 88% of 27,503 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 7%.

Speeding ticket results, Suffolk CountyIn 2024, the most common result for speeding tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on a Non-Speeding Violation.” That was 88% of 27,503 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 7%.Convicted on a Non-Speeding Viola…Convicted on a Non-Speeding Violation: 24,205 (88%)24,205 (88%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 1,958 (7%)1,958 (7%)Convicted on Same Speeding Violat…Convicted on Same Speeding Violation: 1,158 (4%)1,158 (4%)Convicted on Different Speeding V…Convicted on Different Speeding Violation: 182 (less than 1%)182 (less than 1%)Speeding ticket results, Suffolk CountyIn 2024, the most common result for speeding tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on a Non-Speeding Violation.” That was 88% of 27,503 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 7%.Convicted on a Non-Speeding ViolationConvicted on a Non-Speeding Violation: 24,205 (88%)24,205 (88%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 1,958 (7%)1,958 (7%)Convicted on Same Speeding ViolationConvicted on Same Speeding Violation: 1,158 (4%)1,158 (4%)Convicted on Different Speeding Violati…Convicted on Different Speeding Violation: 182 (less than 1%)182 (less than 1%)

Data year: 2024.

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Speeding ticket results, Suffolk County
ResultCountShare
Convicted on a Non-Speeding Violation24,20588%
Dismissed/Acquitted1,9587%
Convicted on Same Speeding Violation1,1584%
Convicted on Different Speeding Violation182less than 1%
Total27,503100%

Speeding tickets by where the driver is licensed

In 2024, 92% of speeding tickets in Suffolk County went to drivers licensed in New York State. Next was Other/Unknown, at 3%.

Speeding tickets by where the driver is licensed, Suffolk CountyIn 2024, 92% of speeding tickets in Suffolk County went to drivers licensed in New York State. Next was Other/Unknown, at 3%.New York StateNew York State: 29,907 (92%)29,907 (92%)Other/UnknownOther/Unknown: 1,119 (3%)1,119 (3%)Northeast RegionNortheast Region: 859 (3%)859 (3%)Other US StatesOther US States: 649 (2%)649 (2%)CanadaCanada: 10 (less than 1%)10 (less than 1%)Speeding tickets by where the driver is licensed, Suffolk CountyIn 2024, 92% of speeding tickets in Suffolk County went to drivers licensed in New York State. Next was Other/Unknown, at 3%.New York StateNew York State: 29,907 (92%)29,907 (92%)Other/UnknownOther/Unknown: 1,119 (3%)1,119 (3%)Northeast RegionNortheast Region: 859 (3%)859 (3%)Other US StatesOther US States: 649 (2%)649 (2%)CanadaCanada: 10 (less than 1%)10 (less than 1%)

Data year: 2024.

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Speeding tickets by where the driver is licensed, Suffolk County
Driver licenseCountShare
New York State29,90792%
Other/Unknown1,1193%
Northeast Region8593%
Other US States6492%
Canada10less than 1%
Total32,544100%

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Impaired driving tickets

These charts cover impaired driving tickets under VTL 1192 (subsections 1 to 4). They include alcohol and drug cases.

Impaired driving tickets by year

Suffolk County had 4,088 impaired driving tickets in 2018. That is 30% fewer than in 2009, when there were 5,849. The highest year was 2011, with 6,266.

Impaired driving tickets by year, Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 4,088 impaired driving tickets in 2018. That is 30% fewer than in 2009, when there were 5,849. The highest year was 2011, with 6,266.02k4k6k8k20092010201120122013201420152016201720182009: 5,8492010: 5,9812011: 6,2662012: 6,2402013: 5,5322014: 4,7672015: 4,6572016: 4,6762017: 4,6192018: 4,0884,088Impaired driving tickets by year, Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 4,088 impaired driving tickets in 2018. That is 30% fewer than in 2009, when there were 5,849. The highest year was 2011, with 6,266.02k4k6k8k200920112013201520182009: 5,8492010: 5,9812011: 6,2662012: 6,2402013: 5,5322014: 4,7672015: 4,6572016: 4,6762017: 4,6192018: 4,0884,088

Years shown: 2009–2018.

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Impaired driving tickets by year, Suffolk County
YearImpaired driving tickets
20095,849
20105,981
20116,266
20126,240
20135,532
20144,767
20154,657
20164,676
20174,619
20184,088

Impaired driving tickets by age and gender

In 2018, male drivers got 77% of impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County. The 21 - 29 age group had the most, with 823.

Impaired driving tickets by age and gender, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, male drivers got 77% of impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County. The 21 - 29 age group had the most, with 823.16 - 2016 - 20, Male: 828216 - 20, Female: 222216 - 20, Unknown: 0021 - 2921 - 29, Male: 62962921 - 29, Female: 19419421 - 29, Unknown: 0030 - 3930 - 39, Male: 53853830 - 39, Female: 15515530 - 39, Unknown: 1140 - 4940 - 49, Male: 35435440 - 49, Female: 979740 - 49, Unknown: 0050 - 5950 - 59, Male: 22622650 - 59, Female: 818150 - 59, Unknown: 0060 and Over60 and Over, Male: 11811860 and Over, Female: 404060 and Over, Unknown: 00Impaired driving tickets by age and gender, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, male drivers got 77% of impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County. The 21 - 29 age group had the most, with 823.16 - 2016 - 20, Male: 828216 - 20, Female: 222216 - 20, Unknown: 0021 - 2921 - 29, Male: 62962921 - 29, Female: 19419421 - 29, Unknown: 0030 - 3930 - 39, Male: 53853830 - 39, Female: 15515530 - 39, Unknown: 1140 - 4940 - 49, Male: 35435440 - 49, Female: 979740 - 49, Unknown: 0050 - 5950 - 59, Male: 22622650 - 59, Female: 818150 - 59, Unknown: 0060 and Over60 and Over, Male: 11811860 and Over, Female: 404060 and Over, Unknown: 00
  • Male
  • Female
  • Unknown

Data year: 2018.

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Impaired driving tickets by age and gender, Suffolk County
Age groupMaleFemaleUnknownTotal
16 - 208222–104
21 - 29629194–823
30 - 395381551694
40 - 4935497–451
50 - 5922681–307
60 and Over11840–158

Impaired driving tickets by time of day

In 2018, the Mid - 3 am time block had the most impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County, with 736. The 6am - 9am time block had the fewest, with 48.

Impaired driving tickets by time of day, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, the Mid - 3 am time block had the most impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County, with 736. The 6am - 9am time block had the fewest, with 48.Mid - 3 amMid - 3 am: 736 (35%)736 (35%)3am - 6am3am - 6am: 312 (15%)312 (15%)6am - 9am6am - 9am: 48 (2%)48 (2%)9am - Noon9am - Noon: 64 (3%)64 (3%)Noon - 3pmNoon - 3pm: 62 (3%)62 (3%)3pm - 6pm3pm - 6pm: 111 (5%)111 (5%)6pm - 9pm6pm - 9pm: 225 (11%)225 (11%)9pm - Mid9pm - Mid: 557 (26%)557 (26%)Impaired driving tickets by time of day, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, the Mid - 3 am time block had the most impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County, with 736. The 6am - 9am time block had the fewest, with 48.Mid - 3 amMid - 3 am: 736 (35%)736 (35%)3am - 6am3am - 6am: 312 (15%)312 (15%)6am - 9am6am - 9am: 48 (2%)48 (2%)9am - Noon9am - Noon: 64 (3%)64 (3%)Noon - 3pmNoon - 3pm: 62 (3%)62 (3%)3pm - 6pm3pm - 6pm: 111 (5%)111 (5%)6pm - 9pm6pm - 9pm: 225 (11%)225 (11%)9pm - Mid9pm - Mid: 557 (26%)557 (26%)

Data year: 2018.

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Impaired driving tickets by time of day, Suffolk County
Time of dayCountShare
Mid - 3 am73635%
3am - 6am31215%
6am - 9am482%
9am - Noon643%
Noon - 3pm623%
3pm - 6pm1115%
6pm - 9pm22511%
9pm - Mid55726%
Total2,115100%

Impaired driving tickets by day of the week

In 2018, Saturday had the most impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County, with 655. Tuesday had the fewest, with 169.

Impaired driving tickets by day of the week, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, Saturday had the most impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County, with 655. Tuesday had the fewest, with 169.0200400600800Sunday: 633633SundayMonday: 264264MondayTuesday: 169169TuesdayWednesday: 213213WednesdayThursday: 236236ThursdayFriday: 367367FridaySaturday: 655655SaturdayImpaired driving tickets by day of the week, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, Saturday had the most impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County, with 655. Tuesday had the fewest, with 169.0200400600800Sunday: 633633SunMonday: 264264MonTuesday: 169169TueWednesday: 213213WedThursday: 236236ThuFriday: 367367FriSaturday: 655655Sat

Data year: 2018.

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Impaired driving tickets by day of the week, Suffolk County
DayCountShare
Sunday63325%
Monday26410%
Tuesday1697%
Wednesday2138%
Thursday2369%
Friday36714%
Saturday65526%
Total2,537100%

Impaired driving tickets by month

In 2020, January had the most impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County, with 205. April had the fewest, with 30.

Impaired driving tickets by month, Suffolk CountyIn 2020, January had the most impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County, with 205. April had the fewest, with 30.0100200300400January: 205205JanFebruary: 186186FebMarch: 120120MarApril: 3030AprMay: 9595MayJune: 101101JunJuly: 149149JulAugust: 198198AugSeptember: 200200SepOctober: 192192OctNovember: 179179NovDecember: 139139DecImpaired driving tickets by month, Suffolk CountyIn 2020, January had the most impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County, with 205. April had the fewest, with 30.JanuaryJanuary: 205 (11%)205 (11%)FebruaryFebruary: 186 (10%)186 (10%)MarchMarch: 120 (7%)120 (7%)AprilApril: 30 (2%)30 (2%)MayMay: 95 (5%)95 (5%)JuneJune: 101 (6%)101 (6%)JulyJuly: 149 (8%)149 (8%)AugustAugust: 198 (11%)198 (11%)SeptemberSeptember: 200 (11%)200 (11%)OctoberOctober: 192 (11%)192 (11%)NovemberNovember: 179 (10%)179 (10%)DecemberDecember: 139 (8%)139 (8%)

Data year: 2020.

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Impaired driving tickets by month, Suffolk County
MonthCountShare
January20511%
February18610%
March1207%
April302%
May955%
June1016%
July1498%
August19811%
September20011%
October19211%
November17910%
December1398%
Total1,794100%

Impaired driving ticket results, alcohol and drugs combined

In 2018, the most common result for impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on Different Impairment Violation.” That was 40% of 1,955 tickets. Next was “Convicted on Same Impairment Violation,” at 40%.

Impaired driving ticket results, alcohol and drugs combined, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, the most common result for impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on Different Impairment Violation.” That was 40% of 1,955 tickets. Next was “Convicted on Same Impairment Violation,” at 40%.Convicted on Different Impairment…Convicted on Different Impairment Violation: 785 (40%)785 (40%)Convicted on Same Impairment Viol…Convicted on Same Impairment Violation: 783 (40%)783 (40%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 293 (15%)293 (15%)Convicted on Non-Impairment Viola…Convicted on Non-Impairment Violation: 94 (5%)94 (5%)Impaired driving ticket results, alcohol and drugs combined, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, the most common result for impaired driving tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on Different Impairment Violation.” That was 40% of 1,955 tickets. Next was “Convicted on Same Impairment Violation,” at 40%.Convicted on Different Impairment Viola…Convicted on Different Impairment Violation: 785 (40%)785 (40%)Convicted on Same Impairment ViolationConvicted on Same Impairment Violation: 783 (40%)783 (40%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 293 (15%)293 (15%)Convicted on Non-Impairment ViolationConvicted on Non-Impairment Violation: 94 (5%)94 (5%)

Data year: 2018.

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Impaired driving ticket results, alcohol and drugs combined, Suffolk County
ResultCountShare
Convicted on Different Impairment Violation78540%
Convicted on Same Impairment Violation78340%
Dismissed/Acquitted29315%
Convicted on Non-Impairment Violation945%
Total1,955100%

Alcohol-related impaired driving ticket results

In 2018, the most common result for alcohol-related tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on Different Impairment Violation.” That was 43% of 1,757 tickets. Next was “Convicted on Same Impairment Violation,” at 39%.

Alcohol-related impaired driving ticket results, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, the most common result for alcohol-related tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on Different Impairment Violation.” That was 43% of 1,757 tickets. Next was “Convicted on Same Impairment Violation,” at 39%.Convicted on Different Impairment…Convicted on Different Impairment Violation: 747 (43%)747 (43%)Convicted on Same Impairment Viol…Convicted on Same Impairment Violation: 692 (39%)692 (39%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 233 (13%)233 (13%)Convicted on Non-Impairment Viola…Convicted on Non-Impairment Violation: 85 (5%)85 (5%)Alcohol-related impaired driving ticket results, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, the most common result for alcohol-related tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on Different Impairment Violation.” That was 43% of 1,757 tickets. Next was “Convicted on Same Impairment Violation,” at 39%.Convicted on Different Impairment Viola…Convicted on Different Impairment Violation: 747 (43%)747 (43%)Convicted on Same Impairment ViolationConvicted on Same Impairment Violation: 692 (39%)692 (39%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 233 (13%)233 (13%)Convicted on Non-Impairment ViolationConvicted on Non-Impairment Violation: 85 (5%)85 (5%)

Data year: 2018.

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Alcohol-related impaired driving ticket results, Suffolk County
ResultCountShare
Convicted on Different Impairment Violation74743%
Convicted on Same Impairment Violation69239%
Dismissed/Acquitted23313%
Convicted on Non-Impairment Violation855%
Total1,757100%

Drug-related impaired driving ticket results

In 2018, the most common result for drug-related tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on Same Impairment Violation.” That was 45% of 183 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 31%.

Drug-related impaired driving ticket results, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, the most common result for drug-related tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on Same Impairment Violation.” That was 45% of 183 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 31%.Convicted on Same Impairment Viol…Convicted on Same Impairment Violation: 82 (45%)82 (45%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 56 (31%)56 (31%)Convicted on Different Impairment…Convicted on Different Impairment Violation: 36 (20%)36 (20%)Convicted on Non-Impairment Viola…Convicted on Non-Impairment Violation: 9 (5%)9 (5%)Drug-related impaired driving ticket results, Suffolk CountyIn 2018, the most common result for drug-related tickets in Suffolk County was “Convicted on Same Impairment Violation.” That was 45% of 183 tickets. Next was “Dismissed/Acquitted,” at 31%.Convicted on Same Impairment ViolationConvicted on Same Impairment Violation: 82 (45%)82 (45%)Dismissed/AcquittedDismissed/Acquitted: 56 (31%)56 (31%)Convicted on Different Impairment Viola…Convicted on Different Impairment Violation: 36 (20%)36 (20%)Convicted on Non-Impairment ViolationConvicted on Non-Impairment Violation: 9 (5%)9 (5%)

Data year: 2018.

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Drug-related impaired driving ticket results, Suffolk County
ResultCountShare
Convicted on Same Impairment Violation8245%
Dismissed/Acquitted5631%
Convicted on Different Impairment Violation3620%
Convicted on Non-Impairment Violation95%
Total183100%

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Crashes

In 2018, the police crash report form changed how property damage crashes are recorded. Because of this, crash counts from 2018 on are much higher than in earlier years. Compare years before and after 2018 with care.

Reported crashes by year

Suffolk County had 40,801 reported crashes in 2024. That is 13% more than in 2018, the first year under the new crash report form. The highest year was 2019, with 42,485.

Reported crashes by year, Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 40,801 reported crashes in 2024. That is 13% more than in 2018, the first year under the new crash report form. The highest year was 2019, with 42,485.020k40k60k80k200920112013201520172019202120242009: 30,9442010: 27,4282011: 30,4772012: 29,1242013: 30,4042014: 30,8972015: 32,2492016: 32,8212017: 30,3892018: 36,0372019: 42,4852020: 32,1672021: 39,0372022: 37,4752023: 40,9052024: 40,80140,801Reported crashes by year, Suffolk CountySuffolk County had 40,801 reported crashes in 2024. That is 13% more than in 2018, the first year under the new crash report form. The highest year was 2019, with 42,485.020k40k60k80k200920132017202120242009: 30,9442010: 27,4282011: 30,4772012: 29,1242013: 30,4042014: 30,8972015: 32,2492016: 32,8212017: 30,3892018: 36,0372019: 42,4852020: 32,1672021: 39,0372022: 37,4752023: 40,9052024: 40,80140,801

Years shown: 2009–2024.

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Reported crashes by year, Suffolk County
YearReported crashes
200930,944
201027,428
201130,477
201229,124
201330,404
201430,897
201532,249
201632,821
201730,389
201836,037
201942,485
202032,167
202139,037
202237,475
202340,905
202440,801

Pedestrian, bicycle and motorcycle crashes by year

In 2024, Suffolk County had 504 crashes involving a pedestrian, 415 crashes involving a bicycle and 397 motorcycle crashes.

Pedestrian, bicycle and motorcycle crashes by year, Suffolk CountyIn 2024, Suffolk County had 504 crashes involving a pedestrian, 415 crashes involving a bicycle and 397 motorcycle crashes.020040060080020092011201320152017201920212024Pedestrian, 2009: 591Pedestrian, 2010: 556Pedestrian, 2011: 671Pedestrian, 2012: 583Pedestrian, 2013: 602Pedestrian, 2014: 634Pedestrian, 2015: 644Pedestrian, 2016: 621Pedestrian, 2017: 556Pedestrian, 2018: 592Pedestrian, 2019: 498Pedestrian, 2020: 381Pedestrian, 2021: 461Pedestrian, 2022: 423Pedestrian, 2023: 482Pedestrian, 2024: 504Bicycle, 2009: 459Bicycle, 2010: 383Bicycle, 2011: 418Bicycle, 2012: 396Bicycle, 2013: 381Bicycle, 2014: 412Bicycle, 2015: 368Bicycle, 2016: 347Bicycle, 2017: 332Bicycle, 2018: 302Bicycle, 2019: 367Bicycle, 2020: 317Bicycle, 2021: 305Bicycle, 2022: 344Bicycle, 2023: 366Bicycle, 2024: 415Motorcycle, 2009: 405Motorcycle, 2010: 427Motorcycle, 2011: 424Motorcycle, 2012: 460Motorcycle, 2013: 416Motorcycle, 2014: 410Motorcycle, 2015: 441Motorcycle, 2016: 392Motorcycle, 2017: 355Motorcycle, 2018: 348Motorcycle, 2019: 356Motorcycle, 2020: 366Motorcycle, 2021: 389Motorcycle, 2022: 378Motorcycle, 2023: 409Motorcycle, 2024: 397Pedestrian, bicycle and motorcycle crashes by year, Suffolk CountyIn 2024, Suffolk County had 504 crashes involving a pedestrian, 415 crashes involving a bicycle and 397 motorcycle crashes.020040060080020092013201720212024Pedestrian, 2009: 591Pedestrian, 2010: 556Pedestrian, 2011: 671Pedestrian, 2012: 583Pedestrian, 2013: 602Pedestrian, 2014: 634Pedestrian, 2015: 644Pedestrian, 2016: 621Pedestrian, 2017: 556Pedestrian, 2018: 592Pedestrian, 2019: 498Pedestrian, 2020: 381Pedestrian, 2021: 461Pedestrian, 2022: 423Pedestrian, 2023: 482Pedestrian, 2024: 504Bicycle, 2009: 459Bicycle, 2010: 383Bicycle, 2011: 418Bicycle, 2012: 396Bicycle, 2013: 381Bicycle, 2014: 412Bicycle, 2015: 368Bicycle, 2016: 347Bicycle, 2017: 332Bicycle, 2018: 302Bicycle, 2019: 367Bicycle, 2020: 317Bicycle, 2021: 305Bicycle, 2022: 344Bicycle, 2023: 366Bicycle, 2024: 415Motorcycle, 2009: 405Motorcycle, 2010: 427Motorcycle, 2011: 424Motorcycle, 2012: 460Motorcycle, 2013: 416Motorcycle, 2014: 410Motorcycle, 2015: 441Motorcycle, 2016: 392Motorcycle, 2017: 355Motorcycle, 2018: 348Motorcycle, 2019: 356Motorcycle, 2020: 366Motorcycle, 2021: 389Motorcycle, 2022: 378Motorcycle, 2023: 409Motorcycle, 2024: 397
  • Pedestrian
  • Bicycle
  • Motorcycle

Years shown: 2009–2024.

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Pedestrian, bicycle and motorcycle crashes by year, Suffolk County
YearPedestrianBicycleMotorcycle
2009591459405
2010556383427
2011671418424
2012583396460
2013602381416
2014634412410
2015644368441
2016621347392
2017556332355
2018592302348
2019498367356
2020381317366
2021461305389
2022423344378
2023482366409
2024504415397

Crashes by month

In 2020, October had the most crashes in Suffolk County, with 3,286. April had the fewest, with 1,200.

Crashes by month, Suffolk CountyIn 2020, October had the most crashes in Suffolk County, with 3,286. April had the fewest, with 1,200.01k2k3k4kJanuary: 3,2853.3kJanFebruary: 2,7222.7kFebMarch: 2,0942.1kMarApril: 1,2001.2kAprMay: 1,9451.9kMayJune: 2,4952.5kJunJuly: 3,0033kJulAugust: 3,0673.1kAugSeptember: 2,8182.8kSepOctober: 3,2863.3kOctNovember: 3,1063.1kNovDecember: 3,1463.1kDecCrashes by month, Suffolk CountyIn 2020, October had the most crashes in Suffolk County, with 3,286. April had the fewest, with 1,200.JanuaryJanuary: 3,285 (10%)3,285 (10%)FebruaryFebruary: 2,722 (8%)2,722 (8%)MarchMarch: 2,094 (7%)2,094 (7%)AprilApril: 1,200 (4%)1,200 (4%)MayMay: 1,945 (6%)1,945 (6%)JuneJune: 2,495 (8%)2,495 (8%)JulyJuly: 3,003 (9%)3,003 (9%)AugustAugust: 3,067 (10%)3,067 (10%)SeptemberSeptember: 2,818 (9%)2,818 (9%)OctoberOctober: 3,286 (10%)3,286 (10%)NovemberNovember: 3,106 (10%)3,106 (10%)DecemberDecember: 3,146 (10%)3,146 (10%)

Data year: 2020.

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Crashes by month, Suffolk County
MonthCountShare
January3,28510%
February2,7228%
March2,0947%
April1,2004%
May1,9456%
June2,4958%
July3,0039%
August3,06710%
September2,8189%
October3,28610%
November3,10610%
December3,14610%
Total32,167100%

Crashes by day of the week

In 2017, Friday had the most crashes in Suffolk County, with 5,032. Sunday had the fewest, with 3,334.

Crashes by day of the week, Suffolk CountyIn 2017, Friday had the most crashes in Suffolk County, with 5,032. Sunday had the fewest, with 3,334.02k4k6k8kSunday: 3,3343.3kSundayMonday: 4,3104.3kMondayTuesday: 4,6294.6kTuesdayWednesday: 4,4404.4kWednesdayThursday: 4,5894.6kThursdayFriday: 5,0325kFridaySaturday: 4,0554.1kSaturdayCrashes by day of the week, Suffolk CountyIn 2017, Friday had the most crashes in Suffolk County, with 5,032. Sunday had the fewest, with 3,334.02k4k6k8kSunday: 3,3343.3kSunMonday: 4,3104.3kMonTuesday: 4,6294.6kTueWednesday: 4,4404.4kWedThursday: 4,5894.6kThuFriday: 5,0325kFriSaturday: 4,0554.1kSat

Data year: 2017.

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Crashes by day of the week, Suffolk County
DayCountShare
Sunday3,33411%
Monday4,31014%
Tuesday4,62915%
Wednesday4,44015%
Thursday4,58915%
Friday5,03217%
Saturday4,05513%
Total30,389100%

Drivers in crashes by age group

In 2020, the largest age group among drivers in Suffolk County crashes was Male. That group made up 57% of drivers.

Drivers in crashes by age group, Suffolk CountyIn 2020, the largest age group among drivers in Suffolk County crashes was Male. That group made up 57% of drivers.MaleMale: 31,733 (57%)31,733 (57%)FemaleFemale: 21,260 (38%)21,260 (38%)Unknown GenderUnknown Gender: 2,956 (5%)2,956 (5%)Drivers in crashes by age group, Suffolk CountyIn 2020, the largest age group among drivers in Suffolk County crashes was Male. That group made up 57% of drivers.MaleMale: 31,733 (57%)31,733 (57%)FemaleFemale: 21,260 (38%)21,260 (38%)Unknown GenderUnknown Gender: 2,956 (5%)2,956 (5%)

Data year: 2020.

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Drivers in crashes by age group, Suffolk County
Age groupCountShare
Male31,73357%
Female21,26038%
Unknown Gender2,9565%
Total55,949100%

Drivers in crashes by gender

In 2017, male drivers made up 55% of drivers in Suffolk County crashes. Next were female drivers, at 41%.

Drivers in crashes by gender, Suffolk CountyIn 2017, male drivers made up 55% of drivers in Suffolk County crashes. Next were female drivers, at 41%.MaleMale: 29,823 (55%)29,823 (55%)FemaleFemale: 22,555 (41%)22,555 (41%)Unknown GenderUnknown Gender: 2,275 (4%)2,275 (4%)Drivers in crashes by gender, Suffolk CountyIn 2017, male drivers made up 55% of drivers in Suffolk County crashes. Next were female drivers, at 41%.MaleMale: 29,823 (55%)29,823 (55%)FemaleFemale: 22,555 (41%)22,555 (41%)Unknown GenderUnknown Gender: 2,275 (4%)2,275 (4%)

Data year: 2017.

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Drivers in crashes by gender, Suffolk County
GenderCountShare
Male29,82355%
Female22,55541%
Unknown Gender2,2754%
Total54,653100%

Human factors reported in crashes

In 2017, the most often reported human factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” It was reported 7,678 times.

Human factors reported in crashes, Suffolk CountyIn 2017, the most often reported human factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” It was reported 7,678 times.Driver Inattention/DistractionDriver Inattention/Distraction: 7,678 (23%)7,678 (23%)Following Too CloselyFollowing Too Closely: 6,397 (19%)6,397 (19%)Failure to Yield Right-of-WayFailure to Yield Right-of-Way: 5,364 (16%)5,364 (16%)Passing/Lane Changing/Improper UsePassing/Lane Changing/Improper Use: 2,802 (8%)2,802 (8%)Unsafe SpeedUnsafe Speed: 2,409 (7%)2,409 (7%)Turning ImproperlyTurning Improperly: 1,648 (5%)1,648 (5%)Traffic Control Device DisregardedTraffic Control Device Disregarded: 1,344 (4%)1,344 (4%)Reaction to Other Uninvolved Vehi…Reaction to Other Uninvolved Vehicle: 1,119 (3%)1,119 (3%)Driver InexperienceDriver Inexperience: 1,003 (3%)1,003 (3%)Backing UnsafelyBacking Unsafely: 900 (3%)900 (3%)All othersAll others: 2,808 (8%)2,808 (8%)Human factors reported in crashes, Suffolk CountyIn 2017, the most often reported human factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” It was reported 7,678 times.Driver Inattention/DistractionDriver Inattention/Distraction: 7,678 (23%)7,678 (23%)Following Too CloselyFollowing Too Closely: 6,397 (19%)6,397 (19%)Failure to Yield Right-of-WayFailure to Yield Right-of-Way: 5,364 (16%)5,364 (16%)Passing/Lane Changing/Improper UsePassing/Lane Changing/Improper Use: 2,802 (8%)2,802 (8%)Unsafe SpeedUnsafe Speed: 2,409 (7%)2,409 (7%)Turning ImproperlyTurning Improperly: 1,648 (5%)1,648 (5%)Traffic Control Device DisregardedTraffic Control Device Disregarded: 1,344 (4%)1,344 (4%)Reaction to Other Uninvolved VehicleReaction to Other Uninvolved Vehicle: 1,119 (3%)1,119 (3%)Driver InexperienceDriver Inexperience: 1,003 (3%)1,003 (3%)Backing UnsafelyBacking Unsafely: 900 (3%)900 (3%)All othersAll others: 2,808 (8%)2,808 (8%)

Data year: 2017.

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Human factors reported in crashes, Suffolk County
FactorCountShare
Driver Inattention/Distraction7,67823%
Following Too Closely6,39719%
Failure to Yield Right-of-Way5,36416%
Passing/Lane Changing/Improper Use2,8028%
Unsafe Speed2,4097%
Turning Improperly1,6485%
Traffic Control Device Disregarded1,3444%
Reaction to Other Uninvolved Vehicle1,1193%
Driver Inexperience1,0033%
Backing Unsafely9003%
All others2,8088%
Total33,472100%

Vehicle factors reported in crashes

In 2017, the most often reported vehicle factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Other Vehicular.” It was reported 269 times.

Vehicle factors reported in crashes, Suffolk CountyIn 2017, the most often reported vehicle factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Other Vehicular.” It was reported 269 times.Other VehicularOther Vehicular: 269 (31%)269 (31%)Brakes DefectiveBrakes Defective: 208 (24%)208 (24%)Tire Failure/InadequateTire Failure/Inadequate: 128 (15%)128 (15%)Steering FailureSteering Failure: 99 (11%)99 (11%)Oversized VehicleOversized Vehicle: 72 (8%)72 (8%)Accelerator DefectiveAccelerator Defective: 35 (4%)35 (4%)Driverless/Runaway VehicleDriverless/Runaway Vehicle: 20 (2%)20 (2%)Other Lighting DefectsOther Lighting Defects: 18 (2%)18 (2%)Headlights DefectiveHeadlights Defective: 13 (1%)13 (1%)Tow Hitch DefectiveTow Hitch Defective: 6 (less than 1%)6 (less than 1%)All othersAll others: 3 (less than 1%)3 (less than 1%)Vehicle factors reported in crashes, Suffolk CountyIn 2017, the most often reported vehicle factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Other Vehicular.” It was reported 269 times.Other VehicularOther Vehicular: 269 (31%)269 (31%)Brakes DefectiveBrakes Defective: 208 (24%)208 (24%)Tire Failure/InadequateTire Failure/Inadequate: 128 (15%)128 (15%)Steering FailureSteering Failure: 99 (11%)99 (11%)Oversized VehicleOversized Vehicle: 72 (8%)72 (8%)Accelerator DefectiveAccelerator Defective: 35 (4%)35 (4%)Driverless/Runaway VehicleDriverless/Runaway Vehicle: 20 (2%)20 (2%)Other Lighting DefectsOther Lighting Defects: 18 (2%)18 (2%)Headlights DefectiveHeadlights Defective: 13 (1%)13 (1%)Tow Hitch DefectiveTow Hitch Defective: 6 (less than 1%)6 (less than 1%)All othersAll others: 3 (less than 1%)3 (less than 1%)

Data year: 2017.

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Vehicle factors reported in crashes, Suffolk County
FactorCountShare
Other Vehicular26931%
Brakes Defective20824%
Tire Failure/Inadequate12815%
Steering Failure9911%
Oversized Vehicle728%
Accelerator Defective354%
Driverless/Runaway Vehicle202%
Other Lighting Defects182%
Headlights Defective131%
Tow Hitch Defective6less than 1%
All others3less than 1%
Total871100%

Environmental factors reported in crashes

In 2017, the most often reported environmental factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Pavement Slippery.” It was reported 2,097 times.

Environmental factors reported in crashes, Suffolk CountyIn 2017, the most often reported environmental factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Pavement Slippery.” It was reported 2,097 times.Pavement SlipperyPavement Slippery: 2,097 (50%)2,097 (50%)Animal's ActionAnimal's Action: 958 (23%)958 (23%)View Obstructed/LimitedView Obstructed/Limited: 612 (14%)612 (14%)GlareGlare: 322 (8%)322 (8%)Obstruction/DebrisObstruction/Debris: 160 (4%)160 (4%)Traffic Control Device Improper/N…Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working: 33 (less than 1%)33 (less than 1%)Lane Marking Improper/InadequateLane Marking Improper/Inadequate: 19 (less than 1%)19 (less than 1%)Pavement DefectivePavement Defective: 15 (less than 1%)15 (less than 1%)Shoulders Defective/ImproperShoulders Defective/Improper: 13 (less than 1%)13 (less than 1%)Other EnvironmentalOther Environmental: 3 (less than 1%)3 (less than 1%)Environmental factors reported in crashes, Suffolk CountyIn 2017, the most often reported environmental factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Pavement Slippery.” It was reported 2,097 times.Pavement SlipperyPavement Slippery: 2,097 (50%)2,097 (50%)Animal's ActionAnimal's Action: 958 (23%)958 (23%)View Obstructed/LimitedView Obstructed/Limited: 612 (14%)612 (14%)GlareGlare: 322 (8%)322 (8%)Obstruction/DebrisObstruction/Debris: 160 (4%)160 (4%)Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Wor…Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working: 33 (less than 1%)33 (less than 1%)Lane Marking Improper/InadequateLane Marking Improper/Inadequate: 19 (less than 1%)19 (less than 1%)Pavement DefectivePavement Defective: 15 (less than 1%)15 (less than 1%)Shoulders Defective/ImproperShoulders Defective/Improper: 13 (less than 1%)13 (less than 1%)Other EnvironmentalOther Environmental: 3 (less than 1%)3 (less than 1%)

Data year: 2017.

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Environmental factors reported in crashes, Suffolk County
FactorCountShare
Pavement Slippery2,09750%
Animal's Action95823%
View Obstructed/Limited61214%
Glare3228%
Obstruction/Debris1604%
Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working33less than 1%
Lane Marking Improper/Inadequate19less than 1%
Pavement Defective15less than 1%
Shoulders Defective/Improper13less than 1%
Other Environmental3less than 1%
Total4,232100%

Human factors reported in crashes by year

From 2009 to 2024, the most often reported factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Alcohol Involvement.” It was reported 11,090 times. Next was “Drugs (Illegal),” with 1,389.

Human factors reported in crashes by year, Suffolk CountyFrom 2009 to 2024, the most often reported factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Alcohol Involvement.” It was reported 11,090 times. Next was “Drugs (Illegal),” with 1,389.02505007501k2009201120132015201720212024Alcohol Involvement, 2009: 909Alcohol Involvement, 2010: 741Alcohol Involvement, 2011: 823Alcohol Involvement, 2012: 803Alcohol Involvement, 2013: 795Alcohol Involvement, 2014: 779Alcohol Involvement, 2015: 797Alcohol Involvement, 2016: 864Alcohol Involvement, 2017: 711Alcohol Involvement, 2018: 791Alcohol Involvement, 2021: 820Alcohol Involvement, 2022: 739Alcohol Involvement, 2023: 787Alcohol Involvement, 2024: 731Drugs (Illegal), 2009: 107Drugs (Illegal), 2010: 81Drugs (Illegal), 2011: 112Drugs (Illegal), 2012: 116Drugs (Illegal), 2013: 94Drugs (Illegal), 2014: 88Drugs (Illegal), 2015: 108Drugs (Illegal), 2016: 130Drugs (Illegal), 2017: 157Drugs (Illegal), 2018: 110Drugs (Illegal), 2021: 103Drugs (Illegal), 2022: 57Drugs (Illegal), 2023: 58Drugs (Illegal), 2024: 68Human factors reported in crashes by year, Suffolk CountyFrom 2009 to 2024, the most often reported factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Alcohol Involvement.” It was reported 11,090 times. Next was “Drugs (Illegal),” with 1,389.02505007501k20092012201520182024Alcohol Involvement, 2009: 909Alcohol Involvement, 2010: 741Alcohol Involvement, 2011: 823Alcohol Involvement, 2012: 803Alcohol Involvement, 2013: 795Alcohol Involvement, 2014: 779Alcohol Involvement, 2015: 797Alcohol Involvement, 2016: 864Alcohol Involvement, 2017: 711Alcohol Involvement, 2018: 791Alcohol Involvement, 2021: 820Alcohol Involvement, 2022: 739Alcohol Involvement, 2023: 787Alcohol Involvement, 2024: 731Drugs (Illegal), 2009: 107Drugs (Illegal), 2010: 81Drugs (Illegal), 2011: 112Drugs (Illegal), 2012: 116Drugs (Illegal), 2013: 94Drugs (Illegal), 2014: 88Drugs (Illegal), 2015: 108Drugs (Illegal), 2016: 130Drugs (Illegal), 2017: 157Drugs (Illegal), 2018: 110Drugs (Illegal), 2021: 103Drugs (Illegal), 2022: 57Drugs (Illegal), 2023: 58Drugs (Illegal), 2024: 68
  • Alcohol Involvement
  • Drugs (Illegal)

Years shown: 2009–2024.

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Human factors reported in crashes by year, Suffolk County
YearAlcohol InvolvementDrugs (Illegal)
2009909107
201074181
2011823112
2012803116
201379594
201477988
2015797108
2016864130
2017711157
2018791110
2021820103
202273957
202378758
202473168

Human factors reported in crashes by year, continued

From 2009 to 2024, the most often reported factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” It was reported 127,664 times. Next was “Unsafe Speed,” with 39,728.

Human factors reported in crashes by year, continued, Suffolk CountyFrom 2009 to 2024, the most often reported factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” It was reported 127,664 times. Next was “Unsafe Speed,” with 39,728.05k10k15k20k20092011201320152017201920212024Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2009: 5,964Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2010: 5,039Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2011: 6,430Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2012: 6,282Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2013: 6,564Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2014: 6,485Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2015: 7,385Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2016: 8,500Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2017: 7,678Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2018: 8,866Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2019: 10,614Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2020: 8,299Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2021: 9,680Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2022: 9,016Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2023: 10,709Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2024: 10,153Unsafe Speed, 2009: 2,603Unsafe Speed, 2010: 1,925Unsafe Speed, 2011: 2,317Unsafe Speed, 2012: 2,195Unsafe Speed, 2013: 2,304Unsafe Speed, 2014: 2,217Unsafe Speed, 2015: 2,582Unsafe Speed, 2016: 2,548Unsafe Speed, 2017: 2,409Unsafe Speed, 2018: 2,632Unsafe Speed, 2019: 2,727Unsafe Speed, 2020: 2,374Unsafe Speed, 2021: 2,904Unsafe Speed, 2022: 2,572Unsafe Speed, 2023: 2,742Unsafe Speed, 2024: 2,677Human factors reported in crashes by year, continued, Suffolk CountyFrom 2009 to 2024, the most often reported factor in Suffolk County crashes was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” It was reported 127,664 times. Next was “Unsafe Speed,” with 39,728.05k10k15k20k20092013201720212024Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2009: 5,964Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2010: 5,039Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2011: 6,430Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2012: 6,282Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2013: 6,564Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2014: 6,485Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2015: 7,385Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2016: 8,500Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2017: 7,678Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2018: 8,866Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2019: 10,614Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2020: 8,299Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2021: 9,680Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2022: 9,016Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2023: 10,709Driver Inattention/Distraction, 2024: 10,153Unsafe Speed, 2009: 2,603Unsafe Speed, 2010: 1,925Unsafe Speed, 2011: 2,317Unsafe Speed, 2012: 2,195Unsafe Speed, 2013: 2,304Unsafe Speed, 2014: 2,217Unsafe Speed, 2015: 2,582Unsafe Speed, 2016: 2,548Unsafe Speed, 2017: 2,409Unsafe Speed, 2018: 2,632Unsafe Speed, 2019: 2,727Unsafe Speed, 2020: 2,374Unsafe Speed, 2021: 2,904Unsafe Speed, 2022: 2,572Unsafe Speed, 2023: 2,742Unsafe Speed, 2024: 2,677
  • Driver Inattention/Distraction
  • Unsafe Speed

Years shown: 2009–2024.

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Human factors reported in crashes by year, continued, Suffolk County
YearDriver Inattention/DistractionUnsafe Speed
20095,9642,603
20105,0391,925
20116,4302,317
20126,2822,195
20136,5642,304
20146,4852,217
20157,3852,582
20168,5002,548
20177,6782,409
20188,8662,632
201910,6142,727
20208,2992,374
20219,6802,904
20229,0162,572
202310,7092,742
202410,1532,677

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Numbers last pulled from the source sheets on November 9, 2026.

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