21. Kansas Department Of Transportation: Traffic Safety Home KS Counties traffic safety/Car Seat Program Web Pages Kansas Drunk driving Prevention Office Kansas DUI laws Penalties Underage Zero Tolerance Law http://www.ksdot.org/burTrafficSaf/default.asp

"...to provide a statewide transportation system to meet the needs of Kansas." Map QuickLinks - State - City Bureau QuickLinks - Bridge Design -Coordinating Section - Bicycle - Rail Transportation Home Traffic Safety Home Print this page Quick Search Advanced Search General Categories Maps Travel/Traffic Information Safety Information Doing Business With Us KS Counties Traffic Safety/Car Seat Program Web Pages KS Counties Allen County Anderson County Atchison County Barber County Barton County Bourbon County Brown County Butler County Chase County Chautauqua County Cherokee County Cheyenne County Clark County Clay County Cloud County Coffey County Comanche County Cowley County Crawford County Decatur County Dickinson County Doniphan County Douglas County Edwards County Elk County Ellis County Ellsworth County Finney County Ford County Franklin County Geary County Gove County Graham County Grant County Gray County Greeley County Greenwood County Hamilton County Harper County Harvey County Haskell County Hodgeman County Jackson County Jefferson County Jewell County Johnson County Kearny County Kingman County Kiowa County Labette County Lane County Leavenworth County Lincoln County Linn County Logan County Lyon County Marion County Marshall County McPherson County Meade County Miami County Mitchell County Montgomery County Morris County Morton County Nemaha County Neosho County Ness County Norton County Osage County Osborne County Ottawa County Pawnee County Phillips County Pottawatomie County Pratt County Rawlins County Reno County Republic County

22. Impaired Driving Facts - NCIPC under state child abuse laws for persons who transport children while driving drunk. Dept of Transportation (US), National Highway traffic safety http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/factsheets/drving.htm

Impaired Driving More Injury Fact Sheets Impaired Driving Overview Alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes kill someone every 31 minutes and nonfatally injure someone every two minutes (NHTSA 2004a). Occurrence and Consequences During 2003, 17,013 people in the U.S. died in alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes, representing 40% of all traffic-related deaths (NHTSA 2004a). In 2002, about 1.5 million drivers were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or narcotics (NHTSA 2004a). That’s slightly more than one percent of the 120 million self-reported episodes of alcohol–impaired driving among U.S. adults each year (Dellinger 1999). Drugs other than alcohol (e.g., marijuana and cocaine) are involved in about 18% of motor vehicle driver deaths. These other drugs are generally used in combination with alcohol (NHTSA 2003). More than two-thirds of child passengers ages 14 and younger who died in alcohol-related crashes during 1997–2002 were riding with the drinking driver; only 32% of them were properly restrained at the time of the crash (Shults 2004). Cost Each year, alcohol-related crashes in the United States cost about $51 billion

23. Teen Driving Safety - WCPO.com Traffic - 9News, Weather, Doppler Radar, Sports, Know your area s laws regarding talking on cell phones while driving. Even if your local laws allow driving with cell phones, don t talk on the phone while http://www.wcpo.com/traffic/teendriving.html

ENQUIRER POST WCPO CIN WEEKLY ... Customer Service Currently: Cloudy Weather Traffic HOME NEWS ... Teen Driving Safety /* You may give each page an identifying name, server, and channel on the next lines. */ var pageName="" var server="" var channel="" var pageType="" var pageValue="" var prop1="wcpo" var prop2="" var prop3="" var prop4="" var prop5="" var prop6="news" var prop7="" var prop8="" var prop9="" var prop10="" /********* INSERT THE DOMAIN AND PATH TO YOUR CODE BELOW ************/ /********** DO NOT ALTER ANYTHING ELSE BELOW THIS LINE! *************/ var s_code=' ' WCPO.com News Weather Sports ... EEO Report Teen Driving Safety Reported by: Web produced by: Liz Foreman Photographed by: Last updated: 9/10/03 11:31:12 AM More teenagers die in auto wrecks than from any other cause. Watch these video clips from Good Morning Tri-state's series of reports on teen auto crashes. Dr. Keith King: Sharing his experience Dr. King, a professor in the health promotion and education program at UC discusses how a teen's brain is different from that of an adult. Watch the interview video: Click here Dr. Anthony Borzotta:

24. Motorcycle Safe Driving Tips Obey the Law, Don t speed; know the local traffic laws and rules of the road. Copyright © 2005 NYS Governor s traffic safety Committee http://www.nysgtsc.state.ny.us/mcyc-tip.htm

NYS Department of Motor Vehicles Governor's Traffic Safety Committee Motorcycle Association of New York State web site, or call them at 1-888-4NY-RIDE "The more you know, the better it gets." Learn M Get Licensed N early half of all motorcycle riders involved in accidents are unlicensed or improperly licensed. Prepare W ear appropriate gear for comfort and protection. Be Seen S tand out. Wear bright clothing and use retroreflective material. Be Awake F atigue and drowsiness can impair a motorcyclist's ability to react. Plan W hen riding in a group, determine your route in advance and coordinate it with the other riders. Inspect C onduct a safety inspection of your motorcycle before each ride. Ride Sober A lcohol and other drugs affect judgment and do not mix with motorcycling. Obey the Law D on't speed; know the local traffic laws and rules of the road. Be Courteous B e considerate on the road; show courtesy and respect to other drivers. Improve T Retroreflectivity is the result of light being reflected back to its source on paths which are parallel to those striking the reflector. This quality is essential for night time visibility. It operates by making use of the light intensity of vehicle headlights and other light sources, providing visibility without the use of electricity or batteries. http://www.nysgtsc.state.ny.us/mcyc-tip.htm

25. Aggressive Driving Index And Overview Such acts are criminal offenses, and there are laws to deal with these violent crimes. Aggressive driving Study (AAA Foundation for traffic safety) http://www.nysgtsc.state.ny.us/aggr-ndx.htm

NYS Department of Motor Vehicles Governor's Traffic Safety Committee Introduction Safety Tips FAQs Introduction Aggressive Driving WHAT IS AGGRESSIVE DRIVING? Aggressive driving can refer to any display of aggression by a driver. It is often used to describe more extreme acts of physical assault that result from disagreements between drivers. "Road Rage" is a term believed to be coined by the American media, originally to describe the most violent events. Although the media currently seem to refer to all aggressive driving as road rage, the New York State Police have pointed out that there is an important difference. "Road Rage" , such as using the vehicle as a weapon or physically assaulting a driver or their vehicle, is NOT aggressive driving. Such acts are criminal offenses, and there are laws to deal with these violent crimes. The New York State Police define an Aggressive Driver as one who: Operates a motor vehicle in a selfish, bold or pushy manner, without regard for the rights or safety of the other users of the streets and highways. AGGRESSIVE DRIVING SEEMS TO BE INCREASING Part of the problem may be the roads themselves. The roads are more crowded. The number of vehicle miles driven each year is up 35% in the past ten years, and there are more vehicles on the roads. Yet the number of miles of roadway has increased by only 1%. Also, people are busier. Time is at a premium, and road congestion causes frustration.

26. 17-Vehicle Safety traffic safety laws are important components of vehicle safety, Obey all traffic laws, signs, and signals. Respond to dangerous driving conditions as http://finance.tamu.edu/ehsd/resources/safetymanual/17-VECHL.HTM

Vehicle Safety TOPIC PAGE General Vehicle Safety Accidents Alternative Fueled Vehicles Railroad Crossings ... Bicycle Safety General Vehicle Safety Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death and crippling injury in the United States. Traffic safety laws are important components of vehicle safety, but the most important aspect of vehicle safety is the driver. IMPORTANT: All TAMU employees who operate a motor vehicle for company business (whether a company vehicle, rental vehicle, or personal vehicle) must possess a valid state driver's license for their vehicle's class. The University Police Department is responsible for regulating moving vehicles and bicycles on university property. To ensure driving safety, follow these driving practices: Never drink and drive. Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited. Obey all traffic laws, signs, and signals. Respond to dangerous driving conditions as appropriate. Maintain a safe distance between your car and any car in front of you. Allow at least one car length for each 10 MPH (e.g., three car lengths if you are driving 30 MPH).

27. AAA Foundation For Traffic Safety - Resources National traffic safety Organizations. Crash Data; Aggressive driving Includes current screening laws and regulations from all 50 states (May 2003) as http://www.aaafoundation.org/resources/index.cfm?button=links

28. Motorcycle Safety Driving Tips -- North Dakota Motorcycle Safety Program The North Dakota Motorcycle safety Program is a total safety package. between lanes of slow moving or stopped traffic;; know and obey traffic laws, http://www.ndmsp.com/safety/driving_tips.php

NDMSP Home Safety Driving Tips Safety Info ... Contact Us SAFETY INFORMATION Pages within this section: Safety Info Driving Tips Safety Tips Causes of M/C Crashes ... Preventative Maintenance Driving Tips Be Courteous: The practices of some riders are offensive to other motorists (e.g., weaving in and out of stalled traffic, riding on the shoulders). Being inconsiderate of other motorists creates a negative image for all riders and can cause crashes. Follow these rules: treat other motorists with courtesy and respect; avoid tailgating; avoid riding between lanes of slow moving or stopped traffic; know and obey traffic laws, including ordinances in your community; avoid excessive noise by leaving stock muffler in place or using a muffler of equivalent noise reduction; use signals when appropriate. Drive Defensively: Be especially alert at intersections because approximately 70 percent of motorcycle-vehicle collisions occur there! Watch for vehicles that may unexpectedly turn in front of you or pull out from a side street or driveway. At intersections where vision is limited by shrubbery, parked vehicles, or buildings, slow down, check for traffic and be prepared to react quickly. Check the rearview mirrors before changing lanes or stopping. A quick stop without checking rear traffic may result in a rear-end crash. When changing lanes, use signals and make a visual check to assure that you can change lanes safely.

29. Safe Driving--Health Lesson Plan (grades 9-12)--DiscoverySchool.com that according to the National Highway traffic safety Administration, What are your state’s laws on driving and alcohol, passing school buses, http://school.discovery.com/lessonplans/programs/safedriving/

postionList = "compscreen,hedthick,admedia,tower,nuiad,interstitial"; OAS_RICH("interstitial"); OAS_RICH("admedia"); Grades K-5 Grades 6-8 Grades 9-12 Astronomy/Space ... Health History Ancient History U.S. History World History Life Science Animals Ecology Human Body The Microscopic World ... Weather 9-12 > Health Grade level: 9-12 Subject: Health Duration: Two class periods Objectives Materials Procedures Discussion Questions ... Credit Objectives Find a video description and discussion questions. Body Story: Trauma Use our free online Teaching Tools to create custom worksheets, puzzles and quizzes on this topic! Students will do the following: Study the potential dangers, risks, and statistics associated with a variety of road safety issues: impaired driving, not wearing seat belts, speeding, distracted driving (eating and using cell phones), and drowsy driving Develop a public service announcement such as a poster, mock television or radio commercial, Web site, or brochure about a road safety issue Materials The class will need the following: Newsprint Internet access Procedures Explain to students that according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among Americans up to 34 years old. Factors such as alcohol consumption, high-speed driving, and other dangerous behaviors contribute to these crashes. Most accidents could be avoided by following common safety practices. The focus of this lesson is to learn about safe practices and laws designed to prevent accidents.

30. Drinking And Driving -- A Deadly Combination According to the National Highway traffic safety Administration, alone cannot stop drunken driving, stricter laws and enforcement are needed if there is http://www.statefarm.com/educate/drinkdri.htm

Prevention Child passenger safety Home safety Disaster Survival House ... Business safety Find an agent by zip/postal code Advanced Search Drinking and driving A deadly combination Every 33 minutes, someone will die in an alcohol-related traffic accident. Although you probably think that it could never happen to you, experts say everyone has a 30-percent lifetime chance of being in a crash involving alcohol use. What you can do to protect yourself and others The social drinker If you drink, be responsible. When with a group, choose a designated driver. Having one person agree to drink only non-alcoholic beverages and provide transportation for other members of the group can save lives. The good host Here some things you can do as a host to ensure responsible drinking at a social function: Provide plenty of non-alcoholic beverages.

31. Laws & Legislation: Impaired Driving To assist the public in understanding Minnesota s impaired driving laws, a guide for penalties The National Highway traffic safety Administration NEW http://www.dps.state.mn.us/ots/Laws_Legislation/impaired_driving.asp

Monday, September 26, 2005 OTS Home Department of Public Safety Home Advanced Search Search Topics ... Legislative Issues "What's the Big Deal?" details laws pertaining to underage drinking in Minnesota - including the "Not a Drop Law" (click above image). (Note: this hasn't been updated with new .08 BAC info.) Impaired Driving If your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level is 0.08 or higher (0.04 in a commercial vehicle) and you are in control of a moving or parked vehicle, you can be arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI). If a law enforement officer can prove that alcohol caused you to commit driving errors, you can be convicted of DWI at lower alcohol concentrations. Governor Tim Pawlenty signed a bill into law decreasing the legal per se level for impaired driving to 0.08 on May 27, 2004. The law will become effective August 1, 2005. The law limits record-keeping for a first offense with a BAC level of 0.08 or more but less than 0.10, if no additional offenses occur, to be purged after a 10 year time period. It also requires collection of certain alcohol-related traffic stop and test results by every law enforcement agency, as well as a summary report to the legislature by the Department of Public Safety.

32. "Drugged Driving" Campaigners Open New Front With Federal Legislation The difference between per se drunk driving laws and the per se drugged safety Association, which represents state highway traffic safety agencies. http://stopthedrugwar.org/chronicle/329/driving.shtml

"Drugged Driving" Campaigners Open New Front with Federal Legislation A little more than a year ago, DRCNet reported on the opening of a campaign led by drug czar John Walters and backed by self-interested drug testing consultants to crack down on "drugged driving," or operating a motor vehicle while high ( http://stopthedrugwar.org/chronicle/264/druggeddriving.shtml ). Walters, backed up by research and recommendations from the drug test consulting firm the WalshGroup ( http://www.walshgroup.org ), called on states to enact zero tolerance per se laws against drugged driving. Per se laws assume that a certain level of a drug in one's system is prima facie evidence that one is intoxicated. State drunk driving laws, where a blood alcohol level of 0.08% gets one an automatic drunk driving conviction, are examples of such laws. The difference between per se drunk driving laws and the per se drugged driving laws envisioned by Walters (and already enacted by eight states, according to the American Prosecutors Research Institute), is that the drugged driving laws will set the amount of drugs in one's system that would trigger a drugged driving conviction at zero. Under such laws, a person who smokes a joint Friday night could be pulled over and arrested for driving while intoxicated Monday morning, long after the high has worn off, but while the notoriously long-lasting cannabis metabolites linger. Now, Congress has joined the campaign with two bills introduced in the last two weeks, one that creates a model zero tolerance per se drugged driving law for the states, and one that would penalize the states for failing to implement such laws. On March 4, Rep. Jon Porter (R-NV) introduced H.R. 3907, which would take federal highway transportation dollars away from "states that do not enact laws to prohibit driving under the influence of an illegal drug." The bill would strip 1% of federal highway funds from states that do not enact such laws by 2006, with the percentage doubling each year up to a ceiling of 50%. And states must create mandatory minimum penalties for drugged driving to comply with the bill.

33. Alcohol Traffic Safety And Drunk Driving Prevention Incentive Grants (20.601) Alcohol traffic safety and Drunk driving Prevention Incentive Grants (20.601) enforcement of drunk driving laws and public education about such laws; http://www.federalgrantswire.com/alcohol_traffic_safety_and_drunk_driving_preven

Web federalgrantswire.com Find Federal Grants Back to Homepage Federal Grants Wire Site Directory Federal Grants by Applicant Type Federal Grants by Subject Area ... Federal Grants by Name Federal Grant Resources How to write a Proposal National Grants Conferences Information About Us Linking to Us Federal Grants Search Alcohol Traffic Safety And Drunk Driving Prevention Incentive Grants (20.601) Alcohol Traffic Safety and Drunk Driving Prevention Incentive Grants (20.601) Federal Agency NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Authorization Highway Safety Act of 1998, as amended, 23 U.S.C. 410. Program Number Last Known Status Active Objectives To encourage States to adopt effective programs to reduce crashes resulting from persons driving while under the influence of alcohol and other controlled substances. Types of Assistance Project Grants. Uses and Use Restrictions Incentive grant funds are available to States to implement effective programs to reduce drunk and drugged driving, in compliance with established criteria. Eligibility Requirements Applicant Eligibility States, and the District of Columbia.

34. Defensive Driving – NTSI – Traffic School – Car Safety Graduated licensing laws have been shown to reduce the number of traffic accidents The National traffic safety Institute includes coursework in seatbelt http://www.ntsi.us/tougherArizona.asp

Login to class Corporate Training FL 4-hour Level I FL 8-hour Level I AZ 6 hour WA Level I Traffic OR Level I Traffic ID Level I Traffic VA Level I Traffic Go Tougher Arizona Traffic Laws will Save Lives Buckle up, save a life. How many times have we heard this catchy tagline? Not enough, obviously, as the number of traffic fatalities among youth is seemingly on the rise. While the community mourns the senseless loss of young lives, these tragedies should trigger us to action so that these deaths will not be in vain. The time is now to strengthen our resolve to toughen Arizona’s traffic laws. With the growing number of fatalities in Southern Arizona involving young drivers, it is critical that we unite to pass strong graduated licensing and primary seatbelt laws. While I certainly recognize that a law is only as good as its enforcement, graduated licensing and primary seatbelt laws are saving many lives in those states that have passed them. Can we as a community just stand on the sidelines while watching more kids die, simply because Arizona’s traffic laws are not as strong as they could be? Change two laws, save countless lives. That is our responsibility, and I urge all Arizonans to rise up and join the crusade to make our state’s traffic laws among the toughest in the nation. Paul Hallums Having spent 20 years as a senior ranking official with the Tucson Police Department, Paul Hallums is the President of the National Traffic Safety Institute.

35. Defensive Driving – NTSI – Traffic School – Car Safety Bicyclists should obey the traffic laws and use a bicycle with the proper Click on the Winter driving safety Tips link to learn some ways the NTSI http://www.ntsi.us/ResourceRoom.asp

Login to class Corporate Training FL 4-hour Level I FL 8-hour Level I AZ 6 hour WA Level I Traffic OR Level I Traffic ID Level I Traffic VA Level I Traffic Go Mature driver safety An AAA study finds that Washington drivers in their late 50s and early 60s are among the safest on the road, but motorists who reach retirement age are more apt to get into an accident. Traffic safety facts 2002 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Traffic Safety Facts 2002: A Compilation of Motor Vehicle Crash Data. This report provides useful statistics on traffic crashes of all severities. Tougher Arizona Laws will Save Lives With the growing number of fatalities in Southern Arizona involving young drivers, it is critical that we unite to pass strong graduated licensing and primary seatbelt laws. The time is now to strengthen our resolve to toughen Arizona's traffic laws. Bicycle Safety Many people do not think about the dangers associated with riding a bicycle. Bicyclists should obey the traffic laws and use a bicycle with the proper equipment. Click on the Bicycle Safety link to review the recommendations provided by the NTSI. Camping and Hiking Safety Camping and hiking can be a lot of fun both for individuals and families. However, there are potential hazards that can turn fun into tragedy in the blink of an eye. Click on the Camping and Hiking Safety link to look at the recommendations provided by the NTSI for keeping your camping and hiking trip safe.

36. MADD Online: Stats & Resources MADD tracks roughly 40 laws having to do with drunk driving and underage drinking. MADD tracks about 40 alcoholrelated and traffic-safety laws. http://www.madd.org/stats/

Statistics Laws Drunk Driving Research Underage Drinking Research ... National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) The federal government's primary source of information on traffic statistics, as well as a variety of other traffic safety information. National Traffic Law Center The mission of NTLC is to improve the quality of justice in traffic safety adjudications by increasing the awareness of highway safety issues through the compilation, creation and dissemination of legal and technical information and by providing training and reference services. Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University (CASA) home Spanish articles / Artículos en Español Statistics MADD has compiled a number of statistics and facts from a number of reliable and credible sources, including the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration. Laws MADD tracks roughly 40 laws having to do with drunk driving and underage drinking. Find out what these laws mean, which states currently have these laws, and how the laws vary from state to state. State-by-State Alcohol-Related Laws MADD tracks about 40 alcohol-related and traffic-safety laws. You can use this laws application to look up what a law means, as well as which states currently have the law and under what provisions.

37. Traffic Safety - City Of Palmdale, CA Safe driving practices can result in fewer traffic incidents. laws and devices are provided to enhance safety and traffic flow. Each type of traffic http://www.cityofpalmdale.org/departments/traffic/pamp_8.html

City of Palmdale Official Web Site PUBLIC WORKS General Info Maintenance Program Management Traffic Engineering 2003 Ten-Year Capital Improvement Plan 90 Day Bid List HOME CONTACT ... SITE MAP SEARCH THE SITE Help Advanced powered by Inktomi Safe Driving Practices Types and Causes of Incidents It should be recognized that vehicle collisions are rarely "accidents" that result from luck or chance. Vehicle collisions are more appropriately called incidents, and almost all traffic incidents may be attributed to human errors. Often, more than one error occurs in a traffic incident. Safe driving practices can result in fewer traffic incidents. By identifying the most frequent types of incidents and their primary contributing driving errors, the potential for collisions may be reduced. In Palmdale, the most common types of traffic collisions are as follows: broadside (37%); rear end (24%); side swipe (12%); hitting a fixed object (11%); head on (6%); and others (10%). The most common driver errors associated with incidents include the following; however, many incidents may have multiple causes. Failing to yield the right-of-way is a primary factor in 27 percent of incidents in Palmdale. This includes attempting to enter a roadway or intersection without a sufficient gap between other cars. Turning without a sufficient gap in oncoming traffic and running red lights are also common errors. These errors often result in broadside incidents. These may be corrected by patience and carefully observing oncoming traffic.

38. VIA Online: Utah's New Driving Laws driving laws. The Utah legislature, in session for six weeks between midJanuary and HB0410 creates a Legislative traffic safety Task Force with members http://www.viamagazine.com/top_stories/safety/utahdriving98.asp

September / October 2005 Home Weekenders Events Archives Utah's New Driving Laws The Utah legislature, in session for six weeks between mid-January and mid-March, has passed a number of new motoring laws. The new laws go into effect July 1, 1998 (unless otherwise noted). California's and Nevada's new laws are also available A complete listing of Utah codes are available from the Utah State Legislature . Here are some highlights: Driving under the influence House Bill (HB)0010 provides that a court can have those convicted of a DUI abide by a new zero tolerance, conditional license law. People convicted of a DUI are subject to penalties and license suspension. After the suspension, the driver may be issued a conditional license requiring that the driver maintain a zero percent blood alcohol level for two years. After two years of complying with the conditional license, the driver can get a standard license. Stevens, R-Davis County.

39. CBC News INDEPTH: CELLPHONES He suggested the Alberta traffic safety Board could come up with because current careless driving laws would apply to people who cause accidents while http://www.cbc.ca/news/background/cellphones/driving.html

CBCCat = "Sports,News,Arts,Kids,Interactive"; Sports = "Hockey,Baseball,Football"; News = "Canada,World,SciTech,Local,Consumers,SpecialReports,Business"; Arts = "ArtsNews,Infoculture,Music,Books,ArtsFeatures"; Kids = "CBC4Kids,PreSchool,Teachers"; Interactive = "MessageBoards,Forums,Games,Media"; 03:56 PM EDT Sep 26 CBC is currently experiencing a labour disruption. Go to the official CBC negotiations site. View CBC's updated programming schedules. INDEPTH: CELLPHONES Driving and Dialing Cellphones in the car: are they safe? May 8, 2001. It was a lightly overcast day in Pickering, Ontario, just east of Toronto. Richard Schewe was behind the wheel of his pickup truck. His two-year-old daughter, Mikaela, was his passenger. Schewe was talking on his cellphone. Ahead of him, was a level railway crossing. He didn't notice the flashing red lights. Moments later, Schewe and his daughter were dead. Schewe's truck lay crushed under a rail car. The accident revived calls for legislation banning the use of Cellphones in cars. At least 14 countries have banned drivers from using cellphones: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Britain, Chile, Finland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa and Spain. Some have exempted hands-free units from their bans.

40. Advocates For Highway And Auto Safety as impaired driving, has resulted in the rapid adoption of lifesaving laws In 2003, 14630 traffic fatalities occurred in crashes in which at least http://www.saferoads.org/issues/fs-08bac.htm

See How Your State Rates on Impaired Driving in Advocates' 2005 Roadmap Report Impaired Driving In 2004, 42,636 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes and 16,694, or 39%, of these were alcohol-related. Alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes kill someone every 31 minutes and nonfatally injure someone every two minutes (NHTSA 2004). Federal leadership in critical areas, such as impaired driving, has resulted in the rapid adoption of life-saving laws in states across the country. In 2003, we celebrated another milestone in federal leadership with the adoption of .08 percent BAC by all 50 states. Two other examples are the national 21 minimum drinking age and zero tolerance BAC laws for youth. Now, there is a critical need in the fight against drunk driving for uniform adoption of the federally mandated open container and repeat offender laws. Additionally, documented successes in reducing drunk driving have resulted from the enactment of high BAC laws; laws requiring mandatory BAC testing for those drivers killed in or drivers who are involved in, yet survive, a crash in which deaths occur; laws requiring sobriety checkpoints; and laws penalizing impaired drivers who have one or more children in the car.

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