NDHP

Ah, winter in North Dakota—the season where the air hurts your face, and your car throws a tantrum every morning. With below-zero temps settling in like an unwelcome houseguest, it’s time to talk about staying safe while braving the tundra, a.k.a. your m ...

If you’re cruising around North Dakota, you might want to keep an eye on your speedometer. According to Insurify, North Dakota has officially zoomed into first place for the most speeding tickets in the nation. With a whopping 8.7% of drivers getting a ticket, North Dakotans are putting the pedal to the metal at more than twice the national average of 4.1%. G...

During a recent road trip, I noticed a common yet concerning scenario: vehicles were pulled over on the side of the road, but other drivers weren’t moving over. While it didn’t seem like a big deal at the time, North Dakota's newly expanded Move Over Law says otherwise. This law i...

An unfortunate event that took place on Wednesday, September 25, close to Williston, North Dakota, resulted in the death of a guy who was 29 years old. The man was operating a Peterbilt truck at the time of the encounter, according to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, which had reported the event...

As Labor Day weekend approaches, North Dakota residents are being urged to plan their celebrations with safety at the forefront. With the increased travel and festivities, the North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) is stepping up its efforts to prevent alcohol-related accidents and ensure a safe holiday for all...

North Dakota has taken a significant step forward in enhancing roadside safety with the recent expansion of the Move Over Law. The updated legislation now mandates motorists to move over for any stationary motor vehicle displaying flashing hazard warning signals...

A tragic incident unfolded on March 18, 2024, along ND Highway 23, approximately 7 miles west of New Town, ND. Yesterday evening, at around 6:20pm, a 2020 Ram pickup, driven by a 47-year-old male from Blaine, MN, was westbound on the highway...

Law enforcement is near and dear to me. When I started to lay my plans out for what I wanted to pursue as a job, I always leaned toward law enforcement. My Uncle Kevin was a police officer in Elk River Minnesota. Several of my friend's parents were in law enforcement, so I was around it a lot...

You might be surprised to hear how fast this person was going.

Another law goes into force on August 1. A new traffic rule requires motorists to drive cautiously when approaching or passing a stationary motor vehicle with hazard lights on. This law improves motorist and roadside worker safety during crises and breakdowns...