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Did You Know?
Here are Tennessee Laws you should know: TCA 55-50-351 - License to be carried and exhibited on Demand (a) Every licensee shall have the...

Constable Darren Smith
Jul 21, 20244 min read
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Distractions are everywhere!
🚗📱🍟 Distracted driving comes in many forms. It's up to you to remember to keep your eyes on the road! Stay focused and drive safely....

Constable Darren Smith
Jul 19, 20241 min read
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Don't Pump the Brakes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) required all new cars to be installed with an antilock brake system in...

Constable Darren Smith
Jul 17, 20241 min read
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Stay safe, and buckle up!
Seat belts save lives and reduce injuries. Don't let a moment's negligence become a lifetime's regret. Protect yourself and others on the...

Constable Darren Smith
Jul 16, 20241 min read
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See Lights? Move Over
Protect the first responders who protect you. MOVE OVER if you see flashing lights on the roadside.

Constable Darren Smith
Jul 15, 20241 min read
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Speed Kills
Speeding can do damage that’s beyond repair. When you drive over the speed limit, even by a little bit, you put yourself and everyone on...

Constable Darren Smith
Jul 13, 20241 min read
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Stay Safe on the Roads This Summer!
You're not the only one enjoying the road this summer. With more bicyclists out and about, it's crucial to stay alert and share the road...

Constable Darren Smith
Jul 11, 20241 min read
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Drive Defensively Tipton - Ten Tips
What if I could give you information that could reduce your chances of being involved in a motor vehicle crash 10-fold? Information that...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 30, 20245 min read
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Safety Alert
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has warned against putting rhinestones or other shiny decorations on steering...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 29, 20241 min read
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LOOK TWICE and SAVE A LIFE
Constable Smith is on the scene of a motorcycle crash on Thursday afternoon. The bright sunny day and dry pavement provided prime riding...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 28, 20241 min read
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Slow Down in Reduced Visibility Conditions
Constable Smith is on the scene of a crash vs a deer in the early morning hours. The driver was in the passing lane traveling at 60 mph...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 24, 20241 min read
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Bans on Mobile Devices
Fourteen states ban drivers from holding electronic devices, while others have bans specific to teen drivers. Tennessee's Hands-Free Law,...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 23, 20241 min read
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Summer is here! Road Trip!
People start to head out on road trips and vacations, meaning more drivers are on the road during the summer months. The Insurance...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 22, 20242 min read
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Texting is the most dangerous form of impairment
A recent study tested driver reaction time behind the wheel under several different types of distracted driving. Distracted driving is...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 21, 20241 min read
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First Day of Summer
Slow down and save lives! Driving at safe speeds ensures you reach your destination without putting yourself or others at risk....

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 20, 20241 min read
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Summer Road Trip?
Summertime usually means vacations and summer road trips. Now is a good time to review the summer driving safety tips from NHTSA. A...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 19, 20247 min read
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Pedestrian Safety Tip
Pedestrians are required to use crosswalks where available and should cross the street only at intersections. Pedestrians are strongly...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 16, 20241 min read
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Big Truck Thursday - Safety Tips
This is Big Truck Thursday - a reminder to stay safe while driving near the big rigs. Don’t drive along the right side of a truck making...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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Funeral Processions
While there is no legal requirement for motorists to pull over to the side of the road as a sign of respect for the deceased, it is a...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 12, 20241 min read
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How to Follow the Speed Limit When No One Around You Is
Be Courteous and Safe: Allow faster vehicles to pass safely. Give speeding drivers ample space, as higher speeds increase the likelihood...

Constable Darren Smith
Jun 11, 20241 min read
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