City of Irvine

Brady-Jared Teen Driver Safety Act of 1997 * Updated as of January 1, 2008

The City of Irvine has experienced growth in business, corporate and residential population over the last 25 years and with the influx of drivers in the city, especially during business hours, our roadways have been impacted with the highest amount of traffic volume than any other time in the city’s history. Statistically, there is a direct correlation with the number of vehicles on the roadway and the number of collisions.

(EXCEPTIONS and THEIR REQUIREMENTS): As per the California Vehicle Code

“3) A licensee may drive between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. or transport an immediate family member without being accompanied and supervised by a licensed driver who is the licensee's parent or guardian, a licensed driver who is 25 years of age or older, or a licensed or certified driving instructor, in the following circumstances:

So, you’ve just become one of the many people involved in a Traffic Collision today. What should you do? Although you feel confusion and shock, it is important to remain as calm as possible. Try to remember, the other parties involved are likely to be just as upset.

The Irvine Police Department has been receiving inquiries from the public concerning the new law on motorized scooters, which went into effect on January 1, 2005. The operation of motorized scooters is codified in the California Vehicle Code, Article 5, sections 21220 -23330. The following is a synopsis of the new law.

The Irvine Police Traffic Bureau receives numerous questions regarding the safe operation of vehicles in the City of Irvine. Several people have asked questions such as, "what should I do when an emergency vehicle approaches?" or "what should I do in the event a signal is blacked out or inoperative?"

1. Why am I being billed by the City of Irvine for my DUI arrest?

Perhaps you've heard the statistics: four out of five car seats are not installed correctly. What could possibly be so difficult about installing a car seat? Many times the car seat just doesn't fit the inside contours of the automobile, says Pamela Bryant, R.N., Manager of Community Education at Children's Hospital of Orange County and Orange County SAFE KIDS Coordinator. Without a snug, tight fit, the car seat cannot provide full protection during a collision. The result may be fatal, even at speeds as low as 30 miles per hour.

Did you know that every 12 minutes somebody in the United States dies in a traffic collision? In 2006 more than 42,642 people were killed in traffic collisions while another 2.5 million were injured. I cannot think of a better reason for wearing a seatbelt.

The Irvine Police Department is pleased to announce the creation of three new positions. Recognizing that traffic is a primary concern for many of our residents, we have selected three area traffic officers to address neighborhood traffic complaints, utilizing creative, proactive approaches. Each of our area traffic officers have been assigned to one of our geographic areas. If you are concerned about speeding vehicles in your neighborhood, parking violators, abandoned vehicles, or other any other traffic related issue, please contact your area traffic officer.

The Traffic Unit is responsible for enforcing the traffic laws, investigating traffic collisions, and assisting the Public Works Department in finding solutions to traffic related challenges. The Traffic Unit also oversees the Parking Enforcement Unit, Commercial Enforcement and the Crossing Guards at or near the local schools.