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- Once again, MADD and STOP-DWI are seeking nominations for the "MADD STOP-DWI Recognition Award for Law Enforcement Officers and Agencies." Law enforcement nominations are judged on performance during calendar year 2010. Nominations are also accepted for civilian agencies or persons who have make significant contributions to highway safety. The announcement and the nomination forms are available from the Forms page. Nominations are due by September 21, 2011.
- New York Law Enforcement Challenge - The 2010 New York Law Enforcement Challenge winners were announced on April 26, 2011 at the Empire State Law Enforcement Traffic Safety Conference in Syracuse.
- Mothers Against Drunk Driving annually presents awards acknowledging outstanding efforts and achievements in deterring drunk driving. Recipients of the "MADD STOP-DWI Recognition Awards" were recently announced for calendar year 2009. Email grants@safeny.com if you would like a copy of your photo. Include the photo image name in your email.
- Effective January 26, 2010, the federal government has banned texting when driving by commercial drivers. Read the US Department of Transportation announcement on the ban at http://www.dot.gov/affairs/2010/dot1410.htm.
- Results of Operation Safe Stop Education and Enforcement Day - Wednesday, March 30, 2011.
- TraCs Information
- Occupant Protection for Law Enforcement Roll Call Training DVD Available
Operation Safe Stop Education and Enforcement Day
Operation Safe Stop Education and Enforcement Day was Wednesday, March 30, 2011.
2011 Operation Safe Stop Enforcement Report for March 30, 2011 enforcement activities.
The Operation Safe Stop Reporting Form for March 30, 2011 enforcement activities is available.
For TraCS help call the New York State TraCs hotline at 1-800-342-3619.
The website is http://www.tracs.troopers.state.ny.us and e-mail is tracssupport@troopers.state.ny.us.
 Stuck With a Ticket 2011 |
Buckle Up New York, Click it or Ticket |
The Occupant Protection for NYS Law Enforcement roll-call training video is available to all Buckle Up New York grantees. For those agencies that require a copy as a condition of BUNY grant funding, this video can be obtained free of charge by contacting the GTSC at (518) 474-5111.
Next BUNY Mobilization: May 23 - June 5, 2011
Enforcement Mobilization Wave
Nighttime Seatbelt Enforcement
Saratoga Springs Police Department and New York State Police.
BUNY Timetable and Reporting Deadlines
| Event | Event Dates | Reporting Deadline |
| Expanded enforcement period | October 1, 2010 – April 1, 2011 | April 15, 2011 - Mid year report |
| November Mobilization | November 15 - 28, 2010 | Captured within mid year report |
| May Mobilization | May 23 – June 5, 2011 | June 20, 2011 in eGrants |
| Voucher Submissions | July 31, 2011 in eGrants |
TEXTING LAW, Hand Held Cell Phone AND Hand Held Electronic Device Use by Drivers Prohibited by Primary Enforcement Law
The new law, signed by Governor Cuomo on July 12, 2011 and effective immediately, makes it a primary traffic offense to use a hand held electronic device while driving. The monetary penalty for a violation of this law is a fine of up to $150.
Illegal activity includes holding an electronic device and:
- Composing, sending, reading, accessing, browsing, transmitting, saving, or retrieving electronic data such as e-mail, text messages, or webpages
- Viewing, taking, or transmitting images
- Playing games
The law does not penalize drivers using a handheld electronic device that is affixed to a surface or using a GPS device that is attached to the vehicle. The law also exempts police officers, fire fighters, or emergency vehicle drivers while they are performing their duties. In addition, a driver is exempt from the law if the driver is communicating or attempting to communicate with law enforcement, the fire department, or medical personnel during an emergency situation.
"MOVE OVER LAW"
Effective January 1, 2011 - Operation of vehicles when approaching a parked, stopped or standing authorized emergency vehicle.
GRADUATED LICENSING LAW
Effective February 22, 2010 - New Laws for Young Drivers - in pdf format
TOUGH NEW DWI PENALTIES
Effective December 18, 2009 - Information on Leandra's Law
A NEW LAW CHANGES THE MINIMUM AGE THAT A CHILD MUST REMAIN IN AN APPROPRIATE CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Effective November 24, 2009 all children under the age of 8 must be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle.
- An appropriate child restraint system is one that meets the child's size and weight and the specifications of the manufacturer of such system.
- A child restraint system may be a child safety seat, harness, vest or a booster seat.
- The vehicle's safety belt alone is NOT a child restraint system.
TEXTING LAW
New - The DMV will impose two points on the driving records of those who have been found guilty of driving while using a cell phone for offenses committed on or after February 16, 2011. Previously, no points were assigned for talking on a cell phone although two points are assigned for texting while driving violations. The new regulation will align the point penalty for both violations.
On August 27, 2009, Governor Paterson signed into law a bill that prohibits using portable electronic devices, such as cell phones and smart phones, to send text messages or e-mails while driving.
The penalty for a violation of this law shall be a fine of up to $150.
It is a secondary law, which means in order for a person to be ticketed for the offense, the driver must have committed a primary enforcement offense such as speeding, disobeying a traffic signal or other violation.
This law, which took effect on November 1, 2009, replaces laws passed by other jurisdictions in NYS.
As of the bill signing date, NY joins 17 states have already passed laws banning texting while driving for all drivers, while nine states ban texting for new drivers.
Officers attending Drug Recognition Expert
training. Taking a blood pressure reading is
part of the process to recognize a
drug-impaired driver.
Police Graduate from Drug Recognition Expert Class - Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Article and photos from the Albany Times Union
The International Drug Evaluation & Classification (DRE) Program provides resources for DRE officers and trainers.
Information about the New York State's Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Program, including:
- A report titled Nighttime Enforcement of Seat Belt Laws: An Evaluation of Three Community Programs has been posted on the NHTSA Web site - in pdf format.
- The new Data-Driven Approaches to Crime and Traffic Safety (DDACTS) Implementation Guide is posted at NHTSA's website - in pdf format.
