SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--There are over 11 million motor vehicle accidents on average in the United States per year, according to the most recent census data. In the unfortunate event you are involved in an accident and unable to communicate in an emergency situation, Utah.gov and the Utah Department of Public Safety Driver License Division have launched a new Emergency Contact Service. As part of Utah House Bill 21, passed in 2012 and sponsored by Representative Marie Poulson, the Emergency Contact Service allows citizens to indicate to law enforcement and emergency responders up to two designated persons to contact in case they are incapacitated on the scene.
“Keeping Utah Citizens safe and protecting their needs is my top priority,” said District 46 Utah Representative, Marie Poulson. “Knowing who to contact in an emergency saves lives and provides comfort for loved ones. I was honored to sponsor such an important piece of legislation.”
Using a valid Driver License, ID Card, or Driver Permit, citizens may conveniently attach Emergency Contact information by visiting https://secure.utah.gov/emergencycontacts/ and provide the following information:
- Last Name
- Driver's License or ID Number and Issue Date
- Last 4 Digits of Your Social Security Number
“We encourage all Utah citizens to register their Emergency Contact Information,” said Nannette Rolfe, Utah Department of Public Safety, Driver License Division Director. “The process is simple and the benefits are substantial.”
Under Utah Code, Emergency Contact information will only be used by law enforcement if a person is involved in a motor vehicle accident or other emergency situation and is unable to communicate with their designated contact person(s). The official Web site of the state of Utah, Utah.gov, is continually looking for ways to better serve Utah citizens and is proud to offer this valuable service.
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Utah blogs: http://www.utah.gov/blogs/
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