The Halton Police for the second year in a row has launched the ‘It Can Wait’ program to bring distracted driving awareness to the Halton Region.
The two-week campaign, which will run from Monday, March 2, until Friday, March 13th.
It focuses on enhanced enforcement of distracted driving legislation and education about the risks associated with distracted driving.
Sergeant Milenko Cimbur gives you some stats about the dangers of distracted driving.
Sergeant Cimbur says that even a small peak at the phone can take your eyes off the road for a long distance.
Sergeant Cimbur gives you an idea of what to expect from the Police during the two weeks.
Throughout the week, Halton Police will be posting videos on social media of distracted drivers in the Halton Region as part of the campaign.
We can just imagine what went through this driver’s mind:
‘Is that Halton Police?? [Oooof]! Just smile and wave. Maybe they won’t notice me putting my phone down and my seatbelt on…’
Driver was charged with Distracted Driving. Don’t drive distracted – #ItCanWaitHalton ^sr pic.twitter.com/bdkRn8pulT
— Halton Police (@HaltonPolice) March 2, 2020
#ItCanWaitHalton – put your phone and other electronics away. Obey all traffic laws.
If you see distracted driving and can provide a plate number, report it here: https://t.co/mLNhX75ih1.
Together, we can keep our roads safe. ^sr pic.twitter.com/gesKqGlOVN
— Halton Police (@HaltonPolice) March 3, 2020
A reminder, that a first-time offense will result in a fine of $615, a fine of up to $1,000 if a summons is received, or if you fight the ticket in court and you lose three demerit points and receive a 3-day suspension.
