The Amherst Police Department and Amherst High School have teamed up to educate young drivers on the dangers of distracted driving. On March 13th , Amherst Police and Amherst High Students will be outside the cafeteria during lunch period asking student drivers to “Take the Pledge”. The Amherst Police will also have pamphlets and other literature on hand for students to take home. This voluntary pledge asks drivers to do 3 simple things:
1. Protect lives by never texting or talking on the phone while driving
2. Be a good passenger and speak out if the driver of their car is distracted.
3. Encourage their friends and family to drive phone free.
Under the new safe driving laws, law enforcement can pull over any driver suspected of using a mobile electronic devise for texting or accessing the Internet. First time offenders are subject to a $100 fine. Junior operators observed using a cell phone can also be cited and subject to a $100 fine and the loss of their license for 60 days. Teen offenders will also be required to take a driver retraining course through the National Safety Council.
Students taking the pledge will receive a coupon for use at four local businesses. The Amherst Police Department would like to thank White Hut, Primo Pizzeria Too, Antonio’s Pizza and Cheryl Nina Salon and Day Spa for their participation in this initiative.
“As first responders we see what dangers distracted driving causes” says Amherst Police Chief Scott P. Livingstone. “Please consider the choice you make the next time you drive”. The Amherst Police Department Issues a Reminder to the Public: One text or call could WRECK it all.
For more information visit; www.amherstma.gov; http://www.distraction.gov/ or www.mass.gov/highwaysafety or call Sergeant Todd Lang at (413) 259-3000.
For more information visit; www.amherstma.gov; http://www.distraction.gov/ or www.mass.gov/highwaysafety or call Sergeant Todd Lang at (413) 259-3000.
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