Office of Traffic Safety

A Division of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety

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Office of Traffic Safety/Occupant Protection

Mission: To prevent traffic deaths an serious injuries by changing human behavior in Minnesota through policy development and support, stakeholder engagement, program delivery, leadership, research and evaluation.

Purpose Statement: Correctly using an appropriate child restraint or seatbelt is the single most effective way to save lives and reduce injuries in crashes.