With the holidays less than two weeks away, New York State Police and the DMV want to give you some tips to enjoy the holiday safely.

If you’re going to decorate your car for the holidays, authorities want to remind you it is illegal to put decorative lights on your vehicle. You could get a ticket.

When it comes to shopping, be aware of your surroundings, make sure you are in a group, or if you’re alone, have security escort you to your car.

Keep valuables inside your car out of sight.

The holidays are also a time when people like to drink with friends and family. Officials urge you to plan a safe ride home. There is a free app from the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee you can download to that will allow you to call a cab or ride share service and even review the consequences of impaired driving.