Maryland
Safety on Maryland Roads
Crashes are no accident. Last year, more than 500 lives were lost on our roadways and thousands of others were injured. The only acceptable number is zero. MDOT MVA’s Highway Safety Office is working to change behaviors that lead to careless and irresponsible driving. You can help by always buckling up, never driving impaired, and always keeping your eyes on the road.
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Older Driver Safety
Getting older does not necessarily mean persons driving days are over. but it's important to plan ahead and take steps to ensure the safety of yourself and your loved ones.
Neighbor Ride
Volunteers drivers are needed to: Provide rides for medical appointments, shopping, and other day-to-day needs. Make deliveries of food or medical equipment.
Pedestrian Safety
The Maryland Department of Transportation weibsite provides links and resources around bicycle and pedestrian safety.
Maryland Statistics
For every 100,000 licensed drivers over the age of 65 in Maryland, 9.4% were involved in fatal crashes in 2021. To see more state-specific statistics, visit the NHTSA 2021 Traffic Safety Fact sheet.
Maryland: The Senior Connection of Montgomery County
This non-profit organization in Montgomery County, Maryland provides free rides to seniors and persons with disabilities, with service provided by hundreds of volunteers.
Maryland: Resources Online for Older Drivers
Montgomery County has launched “Explore Older Driver Resources,” a new webpage for older residents and their families. The page includes information about driving safely as well as alternate transportation options.
Referring Drivers to MVA Medical Review Process
A video of their process of referring Maryland drivers to the DMV.
Red Flags of Medically At-Risk Drivers
Maryland’s Red Flag tool.