SILVER SPRING, MD-The
Maryland-National Capital Park Police joins the efforts of law
enforcement agencies throughout the State of Maryland and across the
country to promote the Click It or Ticket campaign.
Beginning on April 3
through June 3, 2007, the Park Police will participate in this Program
to increase safety belt use and reduce traffic fatalities. Every year,
thousands of loved ones; valued co-workers, and fellow citizens are
needlessly injured or killed in traffic crashes. Many of these injuries
and fatalities could have been prevented by safety belt use. In fact,
numerous national studies prove that safety belts reduce the risk of
serious injury or death by nearly 50 percent, and nearly 60 percent
when they are combined with air bags.
Buckle-up every time
you drive or ride. Click it right to prevent serious injury: lap belts,
shoulder harnesses, and air bags are designed to work together and are
most effective when all components are worn correctly.
Maryland’s law allows
police to stop a vehicle and issue citations solely for violating the
seat belt law. So the next time you are in the car remember to buckle
up. It just may save an important life – yours.
For more information about the Maryland-National Capital Park Police efforts in the Click It or Ticket campaign, contact:
Officer M. Hoffmaster
Maryland-National Capital Park Police
12751 Layhill Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Tel: 301-949-8010