The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s (MDOT MVA)

Highway Safety Office (MHSO) is dedicated to saving lives and preventing injuries by reducing motor vehicle crashes through the administration of a comprehensive network of traffic safety programs. The philosophy of the MDOT MVA MHSO is embodied in these three words—crashes are preventable. They drive each member on the team in their quest to move Maryland to zero deaths. Every crash is preventable, every injury is avoidable. It is ultimately up to every road user – motorist, passenger, bicyclist, pedestrian, and motorcyclist to do their part to save blives. Serving as the Governor’s Highway Safety Representative and Administrator of the MDOT MVA, Christine Nizer provides overall leadership for the State’s highway safety program. Dr. Tim Kerns, MHSO Director, reports directly to Administrator Nizer and manages a team of nearly 30 professionals committed to eliminating roadway fatalities and serious injuries.