Category Archives: Occupant Protection

DMV Encourages Parents and Caregivers to Ensure Children are Safely Secured or Belted in Vehicles at All Times

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: September 21, 2022 Contact: Jessica Cowardin (804) 367-6834 jessica.cowardin@dmv.virginia.gov DMV Encourages Parents and Caregivers to Ensure Children are Safely Secured or Belted in Vehicles at All Times National Child Passenger Safety Week is September 18-24 RICHMOND — As part of National Child Passenger Safety Week, the Virginia Department of Motor…
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School Time Tips for Back-to-School Safety

Tips for Motorists: Be alert and slow down when driving in neighborhoods with school zones. For those school districts returning to campuses, obey the "flashing signal light system" used for school buses. Yellow flashing lights indicate the bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children. Motorists should slow down and prepare to stop…
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Free 757 Sober LYFT Rides on Labor Day

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Free 757 Sober LYFT Rides on Labor Day In Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Williamsburg The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates over 400 people may die on U.S. roads this Labor Day holiday period. Hampton Roads, Va. (August 15, 2022) – Free or reduced fare rides are being offered to alcohol-impaired drivers throughout Norfolk, Virginia…
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