Category Archives: Traffic Records News

A Quick and Easy Guide for Completing Crash Report Narratives

The purpose of a crash narrative is to describe what happened prior to, during, and after the crash. With guidance from the RMV and MSP, and technical assistance from the RMV law enforcement liaison, UMassSafe created a guide for what information to include and omit on the crash report narrative.

The Massachusetts Hands-Free Driving Law

In February 2020, Massachusetts implemented a Hands-Free Driving Law, making it illegal for those operating a motor vehicle to compose or read text messages or emails, engage with social media, or watch videos or use the camera functions on their phone. This law also completely restricts phone use for drivers under the age of 18.