Teller County Sheriff’s Office holds media briefing ahead of Memorial Day weekend

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TELLER COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Teller County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) held a media briefing with the U.S. Forest Service ahead of Memorial Day weekend.

TCSO says it will take a zero-tolerance approach to crimes committed on public land and will work closely with the U.S. Forest Service to moderate recreation.

According to law enforcement, if you leave a campfire unattended, you will face a fine between $500 and $1,000. TCSO says they will also be watching for careless driving and shooting illegally.

Law enforcement says there will be an increased presence over Memorial Day weekend to ensure safe recreation.

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