February’s traffic safety focus on distracted driving saw police issue 245 tickets. Driving while using a cell phone accounted for 184 of those tickets, and also resulted in two vehicle seizures.
In addition, there were:
• 1,072 offences for speeding/aggressive driving;
• 397 tickets for failing to stop at a red light or stop sign;
• 301 occupant restraint violations (for people not using a seatbelt/car seat/booster seat); and
• 75 impaired driving-related offences.
SGI reminds motorists to focus on the task of driving while behind the wheel. The only multi-tasking required in the driver’s seat is for things that relate to driving, for example scanning mirrors, looking ahead for hazards and paying attention to your surroundings. If you must send a text or take a call, pull over safely to the side of the road before doing so.
You can learn more about distracted driving laws and related penalties, or get more information about the Road Safety Challenge. Follow @SGItweets on Twitter for tips on how#wecandrivebetter.
Law enforcement continue to focus on occupant safety (car seats, booster seats, seatbelts) throughout March.
