The Broward Sheriff's Office is reminding the public of traffic safety and illegal ATV and dirt bike riding before Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday.
Authorities in Broward held a news conference Tuesday morning alongside other law enforcement agencies to discuss the numerous MLK rallies, including Wheels Up, Guns Down, that take place locally.
During these rallies, officials said, several people illegally ride ATV and dirt bikes on roads to celebrate the holiday.
“We are not looking to arrest people and put this type of thing on people’s record,” said Sheriff Scott Israel.
“Come down and enjoy the better weather than up north,” said Florida Highway Patrol Major Robert Chandler. “Take part of our beaches and other things we offer, but this is not a lawful event.”
Officials said they have a no-tolerance policy and will tow bikes and ATVs.
They said social media accounts will also be monitored.