MD Highway Safety Office

Unlocked. Unnoticed. Unsafe. A child can get into a vehicle in seconds. Inside temperatures can rise in minutes. Lock your car. Take your keys. Keep them out of reach. If you see a child alone in a vehicle, call 911.

Slow-moving vehicles have every right to share the road. Whether it's farm equipment, maintenance vehicles, or other slow travelers, patience and caution keep everyone safe. Slow down, stay alert, and pass only when it's safe to do so. @FindMeDriving

Don’t rely on luck 🍀 Rely on a plan. If you drink, don’t drive. #BeTheDriver #ImpairedDriving

Leprechauns bring luck 🍀 Police bring flashing lights 🚔 Plan a ride. #BeTheDriver #ImpairedDriving

Set the right example! Buckle up so your children know to do the same. #BeTheDriver #ChildPassengerSafety

Don't just guess — check! The right car seat for your child isn't just about their age — it’s about their height, weight, and maturity. Start your research here: bit.ly/3RpwfGP

First responders are the first line of defense. You can be the second. When you see flashing lights in Maryland, slow down or move over. #BeTheDriver #MoveOver

Winter gear is great for warmth, but terrible for car seat safety. Dress your child in thin layers and use a blanket to keep them cozy in the backseat. #BeTheDriver #ChildPassengerSafety

In the state of Maryland, moving over isn't just a courtesy — it’s the law. If you see a stopped vehicle ahead, move over to give them space.

A crash without a seat belt? That’s a breakup you may not recover from. Buckle up — or face the consequences.

Have a winning 🏆 game plan for getting home WITHOUT driving impaired! Make a Plan instead. 🏈 #BeTheDriver #ImpairedDriving

Celebrate responsibly and get home safely after the game 🏈. Order a rideshare 📲 for a sober ride home. #BeTheDriver #BigGame

Impaired driving? That’s a personal foul. 🙅🏽 Drive sober, no matter what!

Maryland traffic fatalities are down 18% in 2025 — a historic low announced today by Gov. Wes Moore. Earlier today, MVA briefed the Environment & Transportation Committee on our Vision Zero efforts. Progress is real — and the work continues. Read more: bit.ly/4tlmgq8

Don't want to move over when approaching a stopped vehicle on the roadside? Not only are you putting others in danger, but you're also putting yourself at risk for a $110 fine and one point on your license: bit.ly/3RgnAHe

See flashing lights ahead, but don't have the space to move over safely? Slow down to ensure you don't cause a crash or injury. #BeTheDriver #MoveOver

BMC is accepting applications for the position of Safety Contracts Specialist. Staff in this position will be embedded in and work closely with the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office (MHSO).

Posted speed ≠ safe speed when ice is involved. ❄️ #SlowDown #BeTheDriver

Safe driving is a resolution that never goes out of style. #BeTheDriver #Resolutions

Multitasking while driving is overrated and potentially life-threatening. 👀 on the road. #DistractedDriving #BeTheDriver