CHP - Placerville

06/01/2026

Start Smart Class for new drivers: Saturday, June 27, 2pm to 4:30pm. Follow link to enroll you and your student today.

CHP Start Smart Class for Teens and Their Parents

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their sacrifice secured the freedoms we enjoy every day and will never be forgotten.

This Memorial Day, the members of the Placerville Area CHP extend our gratitude to the fallen, their families, and all who continue to serve.

As you travel this holiday weekend, please drive safely, buckle up, and never drive impaired. Let’s all do our part to make it home safely.

05/25/2026

⚠️ Earlier this evening, a large boulder was reported in the roadway on US-50 near the 39 milestone, creating a serious hazard for motorists.

Officers responded to the scene, where a Good Samaritan assisted with safely removing the boulder from the roadway. Traffic is no longer impacted.

🚗 Safety Reminder: If you see roadway hazards or debris, slow down, move over when safe, and report it to CHP or 9-1-1. Never put yourself at risk in traffic lanes.

04/30/2026

With this e-vehicle boom, the CHP is keeping pace with education and enforcement.

An e-bike boom is sweeping across Northern California, with more young riders taking to the streets than ever before.

04/29/2026

🚨 Parents: This Is Your Responsibility 🚨

E-motorcycles and modified e-bikes may look fun—but many are illegal for juveniles to operate and capable of dangerous speeds.

Recent cases show the consequences don’t stop with the rider. Parents are being held accountable. As one report stated, “Because his parent provided it to him.”

And the stakes are real: “if convicted she could spend up to six years in prison.”

💡 If you allow it, you can own it—criminally and civilly.

Talk to your kids. Know what they’re riding. Stop it before it turns into a tragedy.

04/29/2026

🚨 Parents: Know the Difference. Know Your Responsibility. 🚨

Not all e-bikes are the same—and some cross the line into illegal, high-speed motor vehicles that juveniles cannot legally operate.

✔️ Legal options: Class 1 & 2 e-bikes (pedal assist or throttle, max 20 mph)
⚠️ Illegal for minors: Modified e-bikes and e-motorcycles capable of much higher speeds

Recent cases show that when a child crashes, parents can be held criminally and civilly liable—especially when they’ve been warned and still allow it.

💡 If you provide it, you’re responsible for how it’s used.

Have the conversation. Set limits. Choose legal, safer options.

04/28/2026

Maximum Enforcement Period is in effect beginning tomorrow (4/28) 0600 to (4/29) 0559. Slow down and drive safe.

🔗www.chp.ca.gov/news-alerts/news-list/chp-hits-the-brakes-on-speeding-during-24-hour-enforcement-effort

04/25/2026

📍 Join Us Today!

The California Highway Patrol Placerville Area will be out in the community today, April 25, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Blackstone Clubhouse, located near Blackstone Parkway and Clubview Drive.

We’d like to extend a big thank you to the Blackstone HOA for hosting and organizing this event for the community. Opportunities like this help us connect, share important safety information, and build stronger relationships with the people we serve.

CHP’s participation is made possible through grant funding from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

We hope to see you there! 👋

04/23/2026

🚨 Parents: This Is Your Wake-Up Call 🚨

A Southern California mother is now facing felony charges after her 14-year-old son, riding an illegal e-motorcycle, critically injured an 81-year-old man.

This isn’t just about reckless riding anymore—it’s about criminal responsibility.

Here in El Dorado County, we are seeing the same dangerous trend:
• Youth fleeing from officers
• Reckless, high-speed riding on public roads
• Illegal e-motorcycles in neighborhoods

And too often, we hear: “We didn’t know.”

Knowing matters. Being involved matters. Parenting matters.

If you are buying or allowing your child to ride one of these vehicles, you need to understand the law—and the consequences.

👉 Read the full press release to see how quickly this can turn into a life-changing tragedy—for everyone involved.

04/23/2026

🚨 Parents: This Is Your Wake-Up Call 🚨

A Southern California mother is now facing felony charges after her 14-year-old son, riding an illegal e-motorcycle, critically injured an 81-year-old man.

This isn’t just about reckless riding anymore—it’s about criminal responsibility.

Here in our area, we are seeing the same dangerous trend:
• Youth fleeing from officers
• Reckless, high-speed riding on public roads
• Illegal e-motorcycles in neighborhoods

And too often, we hear: “We didn’t know.”

Knowing matters. Being involved matters. Parenting matters.

If you are buying or allowing your child to ride one of these vehicles, you need to understand the law—and the consequences.

👉 Read the full press release to see how quickly this can turn into a life-changing tragedy—for everyone involved.