Senior Trooper Anna Peoples
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
LEADS, Distracted driving, prom season, construction zone safety.
Driver License Temporary Closure Notice
April 18th - April 22nd 2022
All Driver License Offices/Units/Services will
be closed to facilitate the installation of the new Driver License System (LEADS)
Driver License Operations will resume April 26th, 2022
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is kicking off its second annual Think Smart Before You Start spring safety campaign as students of all ages and their families prepare for the end of the school year festivities such as spring break, prom and the upcoming graduation season.
Ideally, parents will set aside time with their teens to ensure safety is always part of their plans whatever
the event or function. When many young inexperienced drivers will be on Alabama’s
roadways traveling to and from proms or other school-related functions. Therefore, ALEA Public Affairs
Officers partnered with local communities across the state and participated in a variety of prom promise
events that reenforced the importance of sound decision making during this exciting time of the year.
Secretary Taylor reminds parents to be aware of the hazards associated with many of the functions and
festivities surrounding this time of year.Secretary Taylor added spring break travelers of all ages and those heading out right after graduation
should plan their routes and inspect their vehicles to ensure they are functioning properly and are fully
equipped with roadside emergency kits, water and other essentials. Several Alabama roadways are
popular among out-of-state travelers headed to the beach for spring break and/or following graduation.
ALEA Troopers will focus their enforcement efforts through the end of May on traffic violations that
frequently contribute to crashes that result in injury and in some cases death. Priority during this
enforcement period will be speeding violations, following too closely, impaired drivers and making
improper lane changes as well as those not wearing seat belts and children who are unrestrained.
One of the many goals of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is to prevent crashes in order to save
lives, Secretary Taylor said. “All we ask is that everyone “Think Smart Before You Start.”
Seven Spring Safety Tips
1. Safety first! Review the law and discuss safety before your teens make plans for spring break,
prom or graduation; and be sure you are aware of the route they will take, estimated arrival times,
etc.
2. Buckle Up – no matter how short the trip. Everyone in the vehicle must buckle up.
3. Cell phones down. The driver must forget all distractions and focus on driving.
4. Obey the law. The driver must follow speed limits, do not follow too closely, do not make illegal
lane changes, use the left lane for passing and move over for emergency vehicles.
5. No DUI! Hand over the keys if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. (Did you know
over-the-counter and prescription drugs can have the same effect as alcoholic beverages?)
6. Have the conversation. Parents take the opportunity to share with your children how the
consequences of their decisions can affect not only their lives but the lives of others, “never a
right time to do the wrong thing.”
7. Monitor your teens if alcoholic beverages are around, particularly during prom and
graduation seasons. Prior to the prom and/or graduation gatherings, remind teens not to accept
rides from anyone who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs. (Discuss a Plan B should this
occur, whether it is to call home for a ride or to call a ride-share service.)
For more information, please
visit www.ALEA.gov or send comments to DLfeedback@alea.gov
