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New laws focused on streamlining MVA services, improving customer service take effect October 1

Posted on September 26, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) is announcing several new laws going into effect on Tuesday, October 1, aimed at improving customer experience and streamlining services. Among the changes are new measures allowing the MVA to print death certificates, extend the validity of learner’s permits, and waive some state ID fees and the identification card fee […]

State of Maryland announces $13.3 million in federal highway safety grants

Posted on September 15, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced that $13.3 million in federal highway safety grants will be distributed on October 1, 2024, to 87 agencies, organizations, and programs across Maryland as part of a statewide focus on preventing motor vehicle crashes and eliminating roadway fatalities. The governor’s office says the money can be used for a variety of purposes including seatbelt […]

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Maryland State Police to boost Labor Day weekend DUI enforcement

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police have announced that they plan to increase enforcement during the Labor Day weekend in an effort to reduce drunk driving. From August 30 to September 2, Maryland State Police plan to conduct saturation patrols across the state. The initiative is part of the Maryland State Police’s Impaired Driving Reduction Effort team, which is trained to identify […]

Maryland DOT urges caution near school buses as students return to class

Posted on August 22, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—With the new school year fast approaching, the Maryland Department of Transportation is reminding motorists to take extra precautions when driving near school buses. MDOT says more than 600,000 Maryland students will be taking the bus to and from school this year. Officials say the safety of students is of the utmost importance, and therefore, the MVA is stressing […]

Maryland State Police to conduct statewide DUI crackdown over July 4 weekend

Posted on July 3, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police will increase patrols across the state over the July 4 weekend to deter drunk driving, the agency announced. The crackdown, which begins on Wednesday, will include saturation patrols from all 23 barracks in Maryland, the agency said in a statement. The patrols will focus on major routes as well as work zones. Troopers will also pay […]

Three indicted for identity theft scheme at Maryland MVA

Posted on July 2, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Attorney General Anthony G. Brown on Tuesday announced the indictments of three individuals for their roles in an identity theft scheme at the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration. Erica Danielle Watson, 29, of Brooklyn; Larry Antonio Marshall, 54, of Baltimore; and Shanice Tiera Smith, 34, of Baltimore, were indicted for their alleged involvement in an identity fraud scheme at a […]

Maryland vehicle registration fees to increase on July 1

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration has announced new, increased vehicle registration fees for 2025. The new rates are due to the Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act of 2024 passed by the state legislature. One of the main changes is that the new base rate for registration fees is based on vehicle class and weight. As of July 1, passenger […]

Maryland State Police to crack down on impaired, aggressive driving over Memorial Day weekend

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police have announced that they will be increasing enforcement efforts on impaired, aggressive, and distracted driving over the Memorial Day weekend. The State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team—a specialized unit trained to identify impaired drivers—will also work to reduce alcohol-related injuries and fatalities. SPIDRE is funded by a grant from the MDOT MVA Highway Safety […]

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