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New “Training is Everything” videos highlight importance of continued...
The Washington Motorcycle Safety Program is proud to announce the release of a powerful new public safety video, Training is Everything. This seven minute video, filled with stunning cinematography...
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May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Rising temperatures in our state mean an increasing number of motorcycle riders will be out on our roads. These riders can be difficult to see on busy roads because of their smaller size and profile....
View ArticleNew web tool helps consumers identify vehicle safety recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that vehicle recalls are at an all-time high, meaning millions of unfixed and unsafe vehicles are on the road. NHTSA’s new online search tool...
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Drivers need to put down their phones and drive or risk being fined under new...
New Distracted Driving Law Effective July 23, , Washington drivers will not be permitted to hold or operate hand-held electronic devices while they are driving. Use of devices such as cell phones,...
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Updated Washington Driver Guide now available online and in licensing offices
An updated version of the Washington Driver Guide, which outlines the rules for Washington’s roads and highways, is now online and available for download in seven languages. Hard copies are available...
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Lo que significa un fallo judicial reciente para los conductores con...
Un tribunal dictaminó recientemente que deben rescindirse las suspensiones por “falta de comparecencia” de los conductores con infracciones de tránsito no penales. A continuación, encontrara...
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What a recent court ruling means for drivers with failure-to-appear...
A court recently ruled that “failure to appear” suspensions for drivers with non-criminal moving violations must be rescinded. Below is information on the ruling and how to obtain more information. On...
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Duplicate letter issue involving young driver license holders now resolved
Some young Washington state driver license holders may have mistakenly received duplicate letters in the mail about recent traffic infractions. The issue is now resolved. We apologize for any...
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Move over and slow down: It’s the law!
You’re cruising along in your vehicle when, suddenly, you spot the unmistakable flash of emergency or work vehicle lights on the side of the road. At your rate of speed, you’re just seconds from the...
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Deadly motorcycle crashes increased in 2022
May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and officials are concerned that fatal motorcycle crashes continue to increase in Washington. The Department of Licensing (DOL) and Washington Traffic...
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