Driver and passenger safety

Sharing the road is a calculated risk. When we all do our part to follow the rules, we all have a better chance of staying safe. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is here to help you minimize the inherent risks we all face out on the roads every day.

Assume that not everyone shares your dedication to safety. The more you know, the better equipped you'll be to react quickly in a situation. There are no guarantees. But if we all do our part to Drive Smart, we will all be better off.

NEW: School bus stop arm loophole has been closed

Effective March 28^th Minnesota law changed to require drivers to stop at least 20 feet away from a school bus whenever the red lights are flashing. The stop arm does not need to be fully extended.

Learn more on the school bus safety page.

School bus safety

This page discusses school bus safety for motorists and students.

Buckling up while pregnant

Answering questions about buckling up while pregnant.

Child passenger safety

This page includes Minnesota's updated car seat law as of Aug. 1, 2024 and new guidelines for child passenger safety.

Deer-vehicle safety

Deer-vehicle crashes peak in the autumn months, but Minnesota’s large deer population makes them a safety hazard on the road all year long. Here are ways to avoid crashing into a deer.