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Sobering Reminder of the Consequences of Drunk Driving

Posted on: December 13th, 2016

The Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS), the Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (DABC) and law enforcement agencies throughout the state are teaming up to remind everyone to drive sober this holiday season and beyond. Visit any of DABC’s 44 liquor stores between now and New Year’s, and you will see snowflakes, featuring the […]

Stop. Think. Connect.

Posted on: October 20th, 2016

Cyber Crime is a real threat, with real victims, and very real consequences. Please take a minute to familiarize yourself with some common scams and simple ways you can protect yourself and your family from this growing menace.

Stop. Think. Connect.

Posted on: October 13th, 2016

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month which is an annual campaign to raise awareness about cyber security. Today our world is more connected than ever before. With Internet touching almost all aspects of our daily life. The purpose of National Cyber Security Awareness Month is to engage and educate public and private sector partners as […]

Drowsy Driving Awareness Week

Posted on: August 22nd, 2016

Driving while drowsy is a dangerous combination. With slowed reaction time, decreased awareness, and impaired judgement, drowsy driving can be just as fatal as drinking and driving. The third full week in August marks Drowsy Driving Awareness Week in Utah. Here are some statistics that prove that when it comes to getting behind the wheel, […]

New State Crime Lab Nears Completion

Posted on: August 12th, 2016

Ten years in the making, and now a light at the end of the tunnel. As part of National Forensic Science Week, The Department of Public Safety recently invited local media outlets to come tour our new state of the art crime lab that is being constructed in Taylorsville. The new building will feature bays […]