§ 16-212.1

Maryland § 16-212.1

• Jurisdiction: Maryland
• Article gtr: Transportation
• Title: 16

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(a) The Administration, in cooperation with the Behavioral Health Administration, shall establish the 3–hour Roadway Safety Driving Education Program to educate driver’s license applicants who are subject to the provisions of § 16–105(f)(3) of this title. This program also shall be included as part of the driver education course established under Subtitle 5 of this title.

(b) The 3–hour Roadway Safety Driving Education Program shall provide instruction on:

(1) Understanding signs, signals, and pavement markings;

(2) Dangerous driving behaviors;

(3) Work zone safety;

(4) The hazards of driving while impaired or intoxicated;

(5) The criminal penalties and administrative sanctions for alcohol– and drug–related motor vehicle violations;

(6) The medical, biological, and psychological effects of the consumption of alcohol and drugs and their impact on the operation of a motor vehicle;

(7) The Maryland driving record and points systems; and

(8) Any other roadway safety–related information that the Administration determines would be beneficial to applicants for a driver’s license.

(c) The Administration shall adopt regulations establishing criteria for certifying a private entity to offer the 3–hour Roadway Safety Education Program established under this section.