Olympia, WA — As thousands of basketball fans and families prepare to travel to Spokane for Hoopfest weekend, drivers are reminded to stay safe behind the wheel. Increased patrols will be active along I-90 from June 27–29, to ensure everyone gets to and from the nation’s largest 3-on-3 basketball tournament safely. “Hoopfest is a time… Continue Reading Increased Patrols on I-90 During Hoopfest Weekend
Olympia, Wash. – The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is partnering with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, with support from the Governor’s Highway Safety Association and Michelin Mobility Intelligence, to measure the impacts of emphasis efforts on driving behavior in four specific areas of the state starting Monday, June 16 through Thursday, July 31. The corridor… Continue Reading Impacts of Emphasis Efforts to be Measured
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Preliminary Traffic Fatality Numbers for 2024 Decrease from 33-Year High in 2023 OLYMPIA, Wash. – There were 731 people killed in traffic crashes on Washington roads in 2024, which was an 9.6 percent decrease from the prior year, according to preliminary data released by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission.[1] At the same time, the preliminary… Continue Reading Preliminary Traffic Fatality Numbers for 2024 Decrease from 33-Year High in 2023
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OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Washington State Patrol (WSP) and the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) have released the results of the statewide emphasis patrols that took place over the Cinco de Mayo weekend, which aimed to reduce impaired driving and promote safe travel across the state. Between May 3 and May 5, WSP and local… Continue Reading Results of Cinco de Mayo Weekend Traffic Safety Emphasis Patrols Released
https://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.png00Erica Stinemanhttps://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.pngErica Stineman2025-05-22 14:56:562025-05-22 14:56:56Results of Cinco de Mayo Weekend Traffic Safety Emphasis Patrols Released
https://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.png00Erica Stinemanhttps://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.pngErica Stineman2025-05-22 14:56:032025-05-22 14:56:03Washington Traffic Safety Commission Launches ‘100 Safest Days of Summer’ With a Message to Slow Down While Driving
https://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.png00Erica Stinemanhttps://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.pngErica Stineman2025-05-20 15:58:042025-05-20 15:58:04New Dedicated DUI Enforcement: Cities of Kent and Aberdeen Establish Dedicated DUI Officers to Reduce Impaired Driving
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Olympia, WA – The Washington Traffic Safety Commission is proud to announce the Honorable Adam Eisenberg as the new Judicial Outreach Liaison (JOL) for Washington state. In this part-time role, Judge Eisenberg will provide peer-to-peer judicial education on legal issues related to impaired driving for trial court and tribal court judges in Washington. “I am… Continue Reading New Washington State Judicial Outreach Liaison Named
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The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) is launching a new campaign during Distracted Driving Awareness Month this April. The campaign features a 30-second video that demonstrates how much the road can change in a short amount of time and reminds drivers to keep their focus on driving. According to studies, it takes an average of… Continue Reading New Traffic Safety Campaign Shows Importance of Keeping Eyes on the Road
https://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.png00Julie Ottohttps://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.pngJulie Otto2025-02-21 15:10:232025-04-04 08:59:48Frequently Asked Questions on the Proposal to adopt 0.05 BAC
Olympia, WA — The Washington State Patrol (WSP) and Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) are reminding all Washingtonians to prioritize safety and make the responsible choice to drive sober or secure a sober ride home this holiday season. Impaired driving remains a leading contributor in fatal crashes in Washington. To increase safety and keep impaired… Continue Reading Let’s Drive Sober So We All Make It Home for the Holidays
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For Immediate release December 9, 2024 OLYMPIA – Starting January 1, 2025, Washington State will implement a new law intended to enhance safety for vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, cyclists, and individuals using personal mobility devices. The law aims to reduce injuries and fatalities from crashes involving non-motorized road users by increasing penalties… Continue Reading New Law to Protect Vulnerable Road Users Takes Effect January 1st
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SCAM ALERT: If you see an ad telling you that you can get paid for not having a DUI, it is not true. Please ignore the scam. It has been going around for a while. You can read more about it on PolitiFact or on Snopes.
The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) along with the Department of Health (DOH) and Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) hosted a webinar to discuss the effects of alcohol consumption on a person’s ability to drive safely and the relationship between Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) levels and crash risk. The webinar featured Dr. Tao Kwan-Gett, Chief… Continue Reading Webinar on 0.05 BAC
For Immediate release August 8, 2024 OLYMPIA – The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) is urging Washingtonians to use sober ride options to prevent impaired driving and ensure the safety of Washington’s roadways. In 2023, there were 810 traffic fatalities in Washington, with 400 of those involving an impaired driver. Roadway deaths involving an… Continue Reading WTSC Urges Using Sober Ride Options to Get Home Safely
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https://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.png00Erica Stinemanhttps://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.pngErica Stineman2024-06-27 11:35:032024-06-27 11:35:03Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Captain Jeff Godbey Honored as Law Enforcement Liaison of the Year for 2023
OLYMPIA, Wash. – Today, the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) announces that High Visibility Enforcement patrols are active across the state to monitor for drivers who are not wearing their seat belts or do not have child passengers in the correct car seat. These emphasis patrols are running from May 20 – June 2 as… Continue Reading Washington Deploys Statewide Seat Belt Enforcement to Save Lives
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https://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.png00Julie Ottohttps://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.pngJulie Otto2024-05-08 08:01:562024-06-03 11:23:042024 MMI-GHSA Data Collection Grant
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Enhanced patrols on roads and highways begin December 13 The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) is asking Washingtonians to have a happy holiday season by travelling safely and responsibly on all roads and highways. Law enforcement agencies across the state will have an increased presence on roads over a period from December 13 to January… Continue Reading Drive Safely on Washington Roads this Holiday Season
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Older Driver Safety Awareness: Keeping Our Loved Ones Safe In 2021, older adults (65 and older) accounted for approximately 17% of the U.S. population. For this demographic, mobility and independence are essential to staying engaged and active. However, as people age, their physical, visual, and cognitive functions can decline, making them more vulnerable to severe… Continue Reading December 4-8, 2023 is Older Driver Safety Awareness Month
The lives of 5,624 people were lost on Washington State roadways due to traffic-related crashes over the past decade – 20 percent of whom were killed either walking or riding a bicycle. Each one of these individual tragedies leaves behind countless loved ones affected by the loss. Each person killed leaves behind people who cared… Continue Reading November 19 is World Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims
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The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) and Washington State Patrol (WSP) are sounding the alarm about the state’s worsening traffic safety crisis. We lost 750 lives in fatal collisions on Washington roads in 2022. As of July 2023, Washington has experienced more traffic deaths compared to the same time last year. “We have seen more… Continue Reading Washington’s Traffic Safety Crisis
OLYMPIA, WA — More motorcycles travel on Washington’s roads in the summer months than any other time of the year. Officials are concerned that fatal motorcycle crashes continue to increase in our state. In a continued effort to reduce these crashes, increased safety patrols will be visible July 7 and run through July 23 in… Continue Reading Increased motorcycle safety patrols begin July 7
OLYMPIA — Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) supports annual law enforcement campaigns to increase seat belt use. This year’s campaign will be May 15 through June 4. Seat belt use plays a critical role in reducing the severity of traffic-related injuries and remains a national and Washington state priority. Since 2015, approximately one in five… Continue Reading Washington Traffic Safety Commission to increase seat belt patrols beginning May 15
The Washington Traffic Safety Commission’s (WTSC) initial data for 2022 shows the greatest number of deaths on Washington roads and highways since 1990. Preliminary reports show that 745 people were killed in crashes last year.
Impairment by drugs and alcohol is involved in more than half of fatal crashes. According to a December 2022 report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Alcohol-involved crashes resulted in 14,219 fatalities, 497,000 nonfatal injuries, and $68.9 billion in economic costs in 2019….” Continue Reading 2022 Saw Most Traffic Deaths on Washington Roads Since 1990
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Each year, the holidays bring friends, families, and loved ones together. However, for too many families, this time of year is also a stark reminder of those who are missing from the celebrations. As of the end of October this year, there were 639 people in Washington who died in traffic crashes, and whose chairs will be empty at holiday gatherings. “Traffic fatalities reached a 20-year high in 2021, and preliminary data through October shows that there have been 15% more deaths so far in 2022, compared to the first 10 months of 2021,” said Mark McKechnie from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC). “Every year, more than half of traffic fatalities involve impaired drivers.” Continue Reading We All Play a Role in Getting Everyone Home for the Holidays
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https://wtsc.wa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DD-SW-Chart-002.png13071800David Fryhttps://wtsc23.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WTSC-logo-wide.pngDavid Fry2022-03-31 10:44:292023-06-08 16:39:33Distracted Driving Rate Falls in Washington
Increased Patrols on I-90 During Hoopfest Weekend
/in News, Press ReleasesOlympia, WA — As thousands of basketball fans and families prepare to travel to Spokane for Hoopfest weekend, drivers are reminded to stay safe behind the wheel. Increased patrols will be active along I-90 from June 27–29, to ensure everyone gets to and from the nation’s largest 3-on-3 basketball tournament safely. “Hoopfest is a time… Continue Reading Increased Patrols on I-90 During Hoopfest Weekend
Impacts of Emphasis Efforts to be Measured
/in News, Press ReleasesOlympia, Wash. – The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is partnering with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, with support from the Governor’s Highway Safety Association and Michelin Mobility Intelligence, to measure the impacts of emphasis efforts on driving behavior in four specific areas of the state starting Monday, June 16 through Thursday, July 31. The corridor… Continue Reading Impacts of Emphasis Efforts to be Measured
Preliminary Traffic Fatality Numbers for 2024 Decrease from 33-Year High in 2023
/in News, Press ReleasesPreliminary Traffic Fatality Numbers for 2024 Decrease from 33-Year High in 2023 OLYMPIA, Wash. – There were 731 people killed in traffic crashes on Washington roads in 2024, which was an 9.6 percent decrease from the prior year, according to preliminary data released by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission.[1] At the same time, the preliminary… Continue Reading Preliminary Traffic Fatality Numbers for 2024 Decrease from 33-Year High in 2023
Results of Cinco de Mayo Weekend Traffic Safety Emphasis Patrols Released
/in News, Press ReleasesOLYMPIA, Wash. — The Washington State Patrol (WSP) and the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) have released the results of the statewide emphasis patrols that took place over the Cinco de Mayo weekend, which aimed to reduce impaired driving and promote safe travel across the state. Between May 3 and May 5, WSP and local… Continue Reading Results of Cinco de Mayo Weekend Traffic Safety Emphasis Patrols Released
Washington Traffic Safety Commission Launches ‘100 Safest Days of Summer’ With a Message to Slow Down While Driving
/in News, Press ReleasesPartners with Safe Roads Challenge to Create Safe Driving Competitions Across Washington OLYMPIA, Wash. – The summer months are the most dangerous months on roadways in Washington. In 2024, there were 253 fatal crashes between June and September, making the summer months the deadliest four-month period of the year. In Washington, 31 percent of fatal… Continue Reading Washington Traffic Safety Commission Launches ‘100 Safest Days of Summer’ With a Message to Slow Down While Driving
New Dedicated DUI Enforcement: Cities of Kent and Aberdeen Establish Dedicated DUI Officers to Reduce Impaired Driving
/in News, Press ReleasesABERDEEN/KENT, WA – The cities of Aberdeen and Kent are proud to announce a new traffic safety initiative that will add a full-time law enforcement officer in each city. The officers will focus on removing impaired drivers from local roads and increasing public awareness of the risks of impaired driving. The Washington Traffic Safety Commission… Continue Reading New Dedicated DUI Enforcement: Cities of Kent and Aberdeen Establish Dedicated DUI Officers to Reduce Impaired Driving
Drive Sober and Follow the Speed Limit This Cinco de Mayo: Washington State Patrol and Washington Traffic Safety Commission Urge Safe Driving
/in News, Press ReleasesOlympia, WA — As Washingtonians prepare to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) and the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) are reminding drivers to make safe and responsible choices behind the wheel. Law enforcement agencies across the state will be increasing patrols throughout the weekend, focusing on impaired driving and speed enforcement.… Continue Reading Drive Sober and Follow the Speed Limit This Cinco de Mayo: Washington State Patrol and Washington Traffic Safety Commission Urge Safe Driving
New Washington State Judicial Outreach Liaison Named
/in News, Press ReleasesOlympia, WA – The Washington Traffic Safety Commission is proud to announce the Honorable Adam Eisenberg as the new Judicial Outreach Liaison (JOL) for Washington state. In this part-time role, Judge Eisenberg will provide peer-to-peer judicial education on legal issues related to impaired driving for trial court and tribal court judges in Washington. “I am… Continue Reading New Washington State Judicial Outreach Liaison Named
New Traffic Safety Campaign Shows Importance of Keeping Eyes on the Road
/in News, Press ReleasesThe Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) is launching a new campaign during Distracted Driving Awareness Month this April. The campaign features a 30-second video that demonstrates how much the road can change in a short amount of time and reminds drivers to keep their focus on driving. According to studies, it takes an average of… Continue Reading New Traffic Safety Campaign Shows Importance of Keeping Eyes on the Road
Frequently Asked Questions on the Proposal to adopt 0.05 BAC
/in News, Press ReleasesLet’s Drive Sober So We All Make It Home for the Holidays
/in News, Press ReleasesOlympia, WA — The Washington State Patrol (WSP) and Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) are reminding all Washingtonians to prioritize safety and make the responsible choice to drive sober or secure a sober ride home this holiday season. Impaired driving remains a leading contributor in fatal crashes in Washington. To increase safety and keep impaired… Continue Reading Let’s Drive Sober So We All Make It Home for the Holidays
New Law to Protect Vulnerable Road Users Takes Effect January 1st
/in News, Press ReleasesFor Immediate release December 9, 2024 OLYMPIA – Starting January 1, 2025, Washington State will implement a new law intended to enhance safety for vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, cyclists, and individuals using personal mobility devices. The law aims to reduce injuries and fatalities from crashes involving non-motorized road users by increasing penalties… Continue Reading New Law to Protect Vulnerable Road Users Takes Effect January 1st
Washington State Releases 2024 Target Zero Plan to Eliminate Traffic Deaths and Serious Injuries by 2030
/in News, Press ReleasesStatewide “One More Stop” emphasis patrol to honor fallen WSP trooper
/in News, Press ReleasesDUI SCAM ALERT
/in NewsSCAM ALERT: If you see an ad telling you that you can get paid for not having a DUI, it is not true. Please ignore the scam. It has been going around for a while. You can read more about it on PolitiFact or on Snopes.
Webinar on 0.05 BAC
/in NewsThe Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) along with the Department of Health (DOH) and Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) hosted a webinar to discuss the effects of alcohol consumption on a person’s ability to drive safely and the relationship between Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) levels and crash risk. The webinar featured Dr. Tao Kwan-Gett, Chief… Continue Reading Webinar on 0.05 BAC
WTSC Urges Using Sober Ride Options to Get Home Safely
/in News, Press ReleasesFor Immediate release August 8, 2024 OLYMPIA – The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) is urging Washingtonians to use sober ride options to prevent impaired driving and ensure the safety of Washington’s roadways. In 2023, there were 810 traffic fatalities in Washington, with 400 of those involving an impaired driver. Roadway deaths involving an… Continue Reading WTSC Urges Using Sober Ride Options to Get Home Safely
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Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Captain Jeff Godbey Honored as Law Enforcement Liaison of the Year for 2023
/in News, Press ReleasesLewis County, WA — The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) is proud to announce that Captain Jeff Godbey of the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office has been named the Law Enforcement Liaison (LEL) of the Year for 2023. This award recognizes Captain Godbey’s dedication to traffic safety and his outstanding contributions to the community. He was… Continue Reading Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Captain Jeff Godbey Honored as Law Enforcement Liaison of the Year for 2023
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/in News, Press ReleasesWashington Deploys Statewide Seat Belt Enforcement to Save Lives
/in News, Press ReleasesOLYMPIA, Wash. – Today, the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) announces that High Visibility Enforcement patrols are active across the state to monitor for drivers who are not wearing their seat belts or do not have child passengers in the correct car seat. These emphasis patrols are running from May 20 – June 2 as… Continue Reading Washington Deploys Statewide Seat Belt Enforcement to Save Lives
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/in News, Press Releases2024 MMI-GHSA Data Collection Grant
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/in NewsWashington State Traffic Safety Prosecutor Newsletter
/in NewsSeven State Health, Transportation, and Safety Agency Directors Ask Legislature to Pass 0.05 BAC Law
/in NewsDrive Safely on Washington Roads this Holiday Season
/in News, UncategorizedEnhanced patrols on roads and highways begin December 13 The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) is asking Washingtonians to have a happy holiday season by travelling safely and responsibly on all roads and highways. Law enforcement agencies across the state will have an increased presence on roads over a period from December 13 to January… Continue Reading Drive Safely on Washington Roads this Holiday Season
December 4-8, 2023 is Older Driver Safety Awareness Month
/in NewsOlder Driver Safety Awareness: Keeping Our Loved Ones Safe In 2021, older adults (65 and older) accounted for approximately 17% of the U.S. population. For this demographic, mobility and independence are essential to staying engaged and active. However, as people age, their physical, visual, and cognitive functions can decline, making them more vulnerable to severe… Continue Reading December 4-8, 2023 is Older Driver Safety Awareness Month
November 19 is World Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims
/in NewsThe lives of 5,624 people were lost on Washington State roadways due to traffic-related crashes over the past decade – 20 percent of whom were killed either walking or riding a bicycle. Each one of these individual tragedies leaves behind countless loved ones affected by the loss. Each person killed leaves behind people who cared… Continue Reading November 19 is World Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims
Washington’s Traffic Safety Crisis
/in NewsThe Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) and Washington State Patrol (WSP) are sounding the alarm about the state’s worsening traffic safety crisis. We lost 750 lives in fatal collisions on Washington roads in 2022. As of July 2023, Washington has experienced more traffic deaths compared to the same time last year. “We have seen more… Continue Reading Washington’s Traffic Safety Crisis
Increased motorcycle safety patrols begin July 7
/in NewsOLYMPIA, WA — More motorcycles travel on Washington’s roads in the summer months than any other time of the year. Officials are concerned that fatal motorcycle crashes continue to increase in our state. In a continued effort to reduce these crashes, increased safety patrols will be visible July 7 and run through July 23 in… Continue Reading Increased motorcycle safety patrols begin July 7
Washington Traffic Safety Commission to increase seat belt patrols beginning May 15
/in NewsOLYMPIA — Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) supports annual law enforcement campaigns to increase seat belt use. This year’s campaign will be May 15 through June 4. Seat belt use plays a critical role in reducing the severity of traffic-related injuries and remains a national and Washington state priority. Since 2015, approximately one in five… Continue Reading Washington Traffic Safety Commission to increase seat belt patrols beginning May 15
2022 Saw Most Traffic Deaths on Washington Roads Since 1990
/in NewsThe Washington Traffic Safety Commission’s (WTSC) initial data for 2022 shows the greatest number of deaths on Washington roads and highways since 1990. Preliminary reports show that 745 people were killed in crashes last year.
Impairment by drugs and alcohol is involved in more than half of fatal crashes. According to a December 2022 report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Alcohol-involved crashes resulted in 14,219 fatalities, 497,000 nonfatal injuries, and $68.9 billion in economic costs in 2019….” Continue Reading 2022 Saw Most Traffic Deaths on Washington Roads Since 1990
We All Play a Role in Getting Everyone Home for the Holidays
/in NewsEach year, the holidays bring friends, families, and loved ones together. However, for too many families, this time of year is also a stark reminder of those who are missing from the celebrations. As of the end of October this year, there were 639 people in Washington who died in traffic crashes, and whose chairs will be empty at holiday gatherings. “Traffic fatalities reached a 20-year high in 2021, and preliminary data through October shows that there have been 15% more deaths so far in 2022, compared to the first 10 months of 2021,” said Mark McKechnie from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC). “Every year, more than half of traffic fatalities involve impaired drivers.” Continue Reading We All Play a Role in Getting Everyone Home for the Holidays
Washington Traffic Deaths Reach 20-Year High
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