Program and Policy Supervisor
The Bureau of Transportation Safety is looking for candidates that are looking to provide safety programs to communities, by putting your policy, research and leadership skills to use.
Wisconsin
GHSA maintains data on state laws surrounding a number of highway safety issues. Below is information regarding laws in the state of Wisconsin. For more information, consult the State Highway Safety Office.
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AV legislation
Authorized a study on AVs.
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Motorcycle Helmet Required?
Helmets required for riders under 18 or with instructional permit. Universal helmet law repealed 1978.
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Length of Regular Renewal Cycle
8 years
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Provisions for Mature Drivers
None
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DUID Zero Tolerance or Per se Laws for Some Drugs
Zero tolerance for some drugs
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Marijuana Possession and Use
Illegal
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Marijuana Impaired Driving
Zero tolerance for delta-9-THC
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Urban Interstates: Trucks (MPH)
70
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Other Limited Access Roads: Cars (MPH)
70
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Other Limited Access Roads: Trucks (MPH)
70
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Rural Interstates: Cars (MPH)
70
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Rural Interstates: Trucks (MPH)
70
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Urban Interstates: Cars (MPH)
70
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Increased penalty for high BAC
.17, .20 and .25
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Administrative license suspension on first offense
6-9 months
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Limited driving privileges during suspension
Yes
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Ignition Interlocks
Mandatory for high BAC (.15 or higher) and repeat convictions
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Open container laws
Yes
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Repeat Offender Laws
yes
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Child Restraint Required
Under 1 yr or under 20 lbs in rear-facing child restraint
1-3 yrs and 20-40 lbs must be in either a rear- or forward-facing child restraint
4-7 yrs and 40-80 lbs and under 57" tall must be in either a rear- or forward-facing child restraint or a booster seat
Under 4 years and less than 40 lbs, or if the child is in a rear- or forward-facing child restraint, they mist be in the rear vehicle seat, if available
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Adult Safety Belt Permissible
8 yrs or older or more than 80 lbs or taller than 57"
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Learner Stage: Minimum Duration (Months)
6
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Learner Stage: Supervised Driving Hours (Night Hours in Parenthesis)
30 (10)
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Intermediate Stage: Minimum Age (Years/Months)
16
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Intermediate Stage: Nighttime Driving Restriction
Midnight - 5 a.m.
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Intermediate Stage: Passenger Restrictions (Except Family, Unless Noted)
No more than 1
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Full Privilege Minimum Age
16 years, 9 months
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Learner Stage: Minimum Age (Years/Months)
15 / 6
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Type of Law
Primary
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Who is Covered?
8 and over
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In What Seat?
All
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Hand-Held Ban?
No, except in work zones.
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All Cell Phone Ban? School Bus Drivers
No
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All Cell Phone Ban? Novice Drivers
Drivers with learner or intermediate license. Primary law.
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Text Messaging Ban?
All drivers. Primary law.
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Speed Cameras: State Law
Prohibited
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Speed Cameras: Where Permitted
n/a
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Red Light Cameras: State Law
None
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Red Light Cameras: Where Permitted
n/a
Breath Alcohol Analyst
Carry out breath alcohol device maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and training for the State of Wisconsin as a Breath Alcohol Analyst! This position is part of our Chemical Testing Section which approves and maintains qualitative and quantitative breath alcohol testing equipment for use in Wisconsin.
The Big Surge in 2020 Traffic Deaths Had an Uneven Toll
The rise in U.S. road deaths after Covid-19 hit was historic, but it was especially concentrated among certain groups of people, new federal data show.
States Focus on Impaired Driving Leading into Labor Day Weekend to Prevent Traffic Deaths
As summer winds down and millions of Americans take to the roads for the Labor Day weekend, GHSA is reminding motorists that State Highway Safety Offices and their federal and law enforcement partners are stepping up efforts to reduce drunk and drug-impaired driving.
States Focus on Impaired Driving Leading into Labor Day Weekend to Prevent Traffic Deaths
As summer winds down and millions of Americans take to the roads for the Labor Day weekend, GHSA is reminding motorists that SHSOs and their federal and law enforcement partners are stepping up efforts to reduce drunk and drug-impaired driving, a preventable behavior that puts road users at risk.
GHSA and Non-Profit Group Award Nearly $160,000 in Highway Safety Grants
The states of Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland and Wisconsin have received a total of $157,165 in grants from GHSA and the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility (Responsibility.org) for initiatives that support keeping all road users safe from alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers.
GHSA Awards Grants to Combat Impaired Driving
The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility (Responsibility.org) are awarding grants to help states keep Americans safe from alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers.
As Traffic Comes Roaring Back, Four States Receive Grants to Stop Drug and High-Risk Impaired Driving
For the seventh consecutive year, the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility (Responsibility.org) are awarding grants to help states keep Americans safe from alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers.
As Traffic Comes Roaring Back, Four States Receive Grants to Stop Drug and High-Risk Impaired Driving
For the seventh consecutive year, the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility (Responsibility.org) are awarding grants to help states keep Americans safe from alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers.
States Ramp Up Traffic Safety Initiatives Ahead of Deadly Summer Travel Season
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 26, 2021
CONTACT: Adam Snider, 202-580-7930
202-365-8971 (after hours)
As traffic volumes rise, State Highway Safety Offices increase efforts to protect road users