Skip to main content
Home

STAY INFORMED

Sign up for updates and alerts from the Maryland Transportation Authority.

 

Be a game? changer. Plan for a sober ride. MDTA Police are enforcing impaired driving laws.

Traffic Safety

Over the past five years in Maryland, nearly 800 people have been killed in crashes involving an impaired driver. Approximately one-third of all crash deaths in Maryland involve drunk drivers. These are the deaths of our loved ones, friends, co-workers and community members.

The Maryland Transportation Authority Police are out enforcing impaired driving laws. If you are impaired behind the wheel, you will be arrested. Drive sober or get pulled over.

A DUI charge in Maryland can lead to license suspensions, ignition interlock devices for every car you drive, court costs, and jail time. Try impressing a date or co-workers with that. Or better yet, try explaining that to your kids.

Keeping Marylanders safe on our roadways is a priority for the Maryland Transportation Authority Police. By implementing traffic enforcement initiatives on impaired driving, seat belt use, aggressive driving, distracted driving and work zone safety, the MDTA Police are improving safety on our roads for drivers, passengers, pedestrians and bicyclists.

The MDTA Police goal is to reduce the number of injuries and fatalities due to motor vehicle crashes. The MDTA Police support Maryland’s Zero Deaths campaign – a partnership to save lives and prevent injuries on Maryland’s roadway. For more information, visit zerodeathsmd.gov.

 

 

Watching the game? Plan for a sober ride. MDTA Police are enforcing impaired driving laws.

MDTA Police Recruitment - Follow link to learn more

MDTA Police remind motorists that a few simple steps can save lives:
Buckle Up: Every Seat, Every Time.  Seat belts are one of the best ways to protect drivers and passengers in a crash.
Slow Down. Many crashes occur when drivers exceed the speed limit or drive too fast for the conditions. Leave a few minutes early and take some extra time to get to your destination.
Make a Plan.  Designate a sober driver, be the sober driver or make a plan for a safe and sober ride home through a taxi, a rideshare service or public transportation.
Share the Road. Drivers, cyclists and pedestrians must look up and look out for one another and obey traffic laws and signals. Always stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, marked and unmarked, and give bicyclists at least 3 feet of space when passing.
Park the Phone. Protect lives by never texting or talking on the phone while driving.
Move Over. Do your part to help protect first responders. Move over when you see flashing lights on the roadside. If you cannot safely move over, slow down to a safer speed. 

​If you are out on the roads, make sure you are focused on your driving and protecting yourself and those around you. It’s important to do your part by driving safely to help save lives.

Keeping Marylanders safe on our roadways is a priority for the Maryland Transportation Authority Police. By implementing traffic enforcement initiatives on impaired driving, seat belt use, aggressive driving, distracted driving and work zone safety, the MDTA Police are improving safety on our roads for drivers, passengers, pedestrians and bicyclists.

The MDTA Police goal is to reduce the number of injuries and fatalities due to motor vehicle crashes. The MDTA Police support Maryland’s Zero Deaths campaign – a partnership to save lives and prevent injuries on Maryland roadways. For more information, visit zerodeathsmd.com.

Toward Zero Deaths - Maryland - Every Life Counts

 

WAS THIS PAGE HELPFUL?

Public Calendar

Sep 17

Susquehanna Workforce Network Harford County Regional Job Fair

12:00 PM

APGFCU Arena
401 Thomas Run Road
Bel Air, MD 21015

Visit our table at the Susquehanna Workforce Network Count Regional Job Fair to explore exciting job openings and meet our dynamic team. The MDTA offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Sep 19

Susquehanna River Run

7:00 AM

Millard Tydings Memorial Park
Havre de Grace, MD 21078

Lace up for the Susquehanna River Run, presented by Charm City Run, at the Millard Tydings Memorial Park ! Stop by the DriveEzMD booth before or after the race to get help with your E-ZPass account, ask tolling questions, grab some free giveaways, and play games for a chance to win prizes. Come see us and cheer on the runners!

Sep 19

Essex Day Festival

11:00 AM

400-600 Blocks Eastern Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21221

Celebrate the 51st Annual Essex Day Festival with DriveEzMD! Stop by our booth to shop local vendors, enjoy the festivities, and visit us for E-ZPass account help. Our team will be on hand to answer tolling questions, help with E-ZPass sign-ups, and offer fun games and prizes.