In the year 2000, the national Highway
traffic safety administration of the US
Department of Transportation counted 41,821
fatalities, 5.3 million injuries and 28
million damaged vehicles. (New York State's
share in 2000 was about 1,500 fatalities,
injuries were up to 292,000.) They put the
economic cost of highway crashes at 231
billion; lost market productivity and 61
billion; medical expenses and 33 billion and
travel delay of 25 billion. Alcohol
involved crashes accounted for 51 billion or
22% of the total; speeding cost 40 billion;
not using the seatbelt cost 22% of the
fatalities were 9200 lives in 143,000
serious injuries. Using the seatbelt
prevented 11,900 fatalities and 325,000
serious injuries. |
And, from Money Magazine, 5/03, p.89:
"crashes remain the leading cause of
death for Americans, ages one to 34."
Effectiveness of the
New York
State
safety program
The last effectiveness study of the program
indicates that it results in 35% reduction in
traffic accidents and 65% reduction in traffic
violations.
Endorsement
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles,
after an extensive two-year review of NYSP's
Court's content and training material, has
stated ... "the final product now serves as a
model for other programs." Endorsement valued
highly by NYSP.
To Enroll Contact NYSP/CSEA at: 1-800-942-6874
Member Benefits
Reduce up to four points on your driving record
If you incurred violations during the 18 month
period prior to completing the course, up to
four points will be reduced on your driving
record, possibly helping you to avoid a license
suspension. However, it will not cancel
mandatory suspension or revoking, in example 3
speeding convictions within 18 months nor will
it cancel any action pending against a motorist
driving privileges. You may take the NYSP
course every 18 months for point reduction.
Save 10% for three years on your auto insurance
After completing the point/insurance reduction
program, you are eligible for 10% discount on
your collision and auto liability insurance for
three full years. Your liability premium
includes property damage, bodily injury, and
personal injury protection. Your discount will
apply to all vehicles for which you are the
principal operator. Think about that. What is
10% for three years worth to you
Who is eligible?
All principle vehicle operators are eligible
including:
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All drivers, regardless of violation in
accident report.
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Youthful drivers, in addition to discount for
driver education training
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assigned "risk" drivers
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commercial vehicle operators
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Senior citizens
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motorcycle drivers
To enroll: please contact NYSP/CSEA
1-800-942-6874 |
