MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and Pennsylvania State Police are teaming up for their first joint toll enforcement initiative in April. Troopers will target aggressive drivers and motorists driving on suspended registrations linked to unpaid Turnpike tolls — and they will impound vehicles on the spot.
The statewide operation runs throughout April. Troopers will issue citations and impound vehicles tied to suspended registrations from unpaid tolls and fees. Drivers who rack up $250 in unpaid tolls — or four unpaid Toll By Plate invoices — face referral to PennDOT for registration suspension. Since 2018, the Turnpike has sent more than 200,000 suspension eligibility letters to Pennsylvania-registered owners. More than 67,000 vehicles remain in active suspension status today.
Drivers whose vehicles get impounded will face additional fees on top of what they already owe, including standard towing rates.
What Officials Are Saying
“Cracking down on drivers who have consistently ignored multiple invoices and outreach is a priority for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission,” said PA Turnpike CEO Mark Compton. “The best way to avoid being stopped is to pay what you owe today.”
“Through our partnership with the Pennsylvania Turnpike, we are taking decisive action against aggressive driving and vehicles operating with suspended registrations due to unpaid tolls,” said Cpl. Richard Levan of PSP Troop T. “By holding drivers accountable, deterring unsafe behavior, and enforcing the rules of the road, we protect every motorist who travels these highways.”
PA Turnpike COO Craig Shuey added: “Customers have more ways than ever to pay tolls, including digital, web-based and cash options. Still, we have those who don’t think the law applies to them. We are grateful for our partnership with the Pennsylvania State Police and their willingness to prioritize this operation.”
Drivers can sidestep enforcement entirely by settling outstanding balances through E-ZPass or Toll By Plate. E-ZPass cuts tolls by up to 50%. The Turnpike will share enforcement results in May following the operation.
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