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Hands-Free Cell Phone Law
Beginning Friday, January 1, 2021, drivers reported in violation of Idaho’s “hands-free” device code risk receiving a citation.
“There is nothing on your screen that is worth your life or the life of another,” said ISP Lt. Chris Weadick. “ISP and our local law enforcement agencies are committed to keeping Idaho roads safe. The goal is to change driving behavior and save lives, and we urge all drivers to pay attention when they are behind the wheel.”
Winter Driving Safety.
Even the most seasoned Idaho driver can benefit from a few reminders on safe winter driving tips.
ISP has compiled some winter driving safety tips.
Look Before You Lock to keep kids and pets safe during the summer heat.
Parents – in summer weather, it only takes a few minutes for temperatures inside vehicles to reach over 100 degrees, placing children (and pets) at risk for heatstroke. Take a few extra minutes every time you leave your vehicle to Look Before You Lock.
You can download a free coloring page to help remind you always Look Before You Lock.
Look Before You Lock Coloring Page
More tips to help avoid child heatstroke are available from the National Highway & Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Tips to Avoid Child Heatstroke
Hey Kids! Learn Safety Lessons with Trooper Teddy!
See our Trooper Teddy Coloring Book
Let Trooper Teddy teach your kids about everything from safety while walking, bicycling, skateboarding, riding in a car, stranger danger, the dangers of guns, drugs, and holiday safety with this downloadable coloring book.
Great for parents, teachers, and others who work with children. Download the entire 19-page book as a .pdf file or each individual page as a .jpg image.
Entire Book (5MB) | Cover | Meet Trooper Teddy | Officers are friends | Our cars | Bike safety | Walking Safety | Safety at Play | Off to School | Skateboard Safety | Crossing the street | Stranger Danger | Say No to Drugs | Beware of Guns | Danger of Canals and Rivers | Seatbelt Safety | Fireworks | A Safe Halloween | Color the ISP Patch | Junior Trooper Pledge and Certificate
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Need a reason to Buckle Up? Listen to this radio spot featuring Idaho State Police Trooper Shawn Klitch (.mp3 format) Idaho’s updated seat belt law is in effect and troopers are citing unbuckled motorists.
(To view, click the link. To download, right-click and choose “Save Target as.” Files are in Adobe Acrobat .PDF format) |
Are you Safely Buckling up your Kids? Read The USAA Educational Foundation’s guide on installing child safety seats Also – Links to: |
Precious Cargo! Handle with Care!Idaho Road Report
Check the conditions before you head out to brave them!
Motor Vehicle Laws
Title 49 of Idaho’s Statutes covers driver’s licenses, accidents, car dealers and more.
Idaho Transportation Department
Information and resources related to Idaho roads and driving. The Division
of Motor Vehicles contains some especially helpful information regarding
driver, vehicle and motor carrier services.
ISP Patrol and You
Common Questions for Patrol
Answers to some of the questions we hear frequently relating to trooper stops, Idaho motor laws, and dealing with tickets.
Patrol
Contact your local patrol office, comb through the helpful links, and meet the people in Idaho patrol!
Semi-Trucks, Safety and Professional Drivers
Commercial Vehicle Safety
Learn about Idaho’s guidelines and regulations for professional drivers.
