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NewsSouth Florida TimesAugust 24, 2026Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and Florida Department of Transportation launch traffic safety initiative

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Department of Transportation have launched a joint initiative aimed at reducing reckless and aggressive driving. The program is supported by state funding.

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Why It Matters

Residents may encounter increased law enforcement presence and traffic safety enforcement activities on local roadways as part of this state-funded initiative.

Key Facts

  • The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) are collaborating on a new traffic safety initiative.
  • The initiative is specifically designed to target reckless and aggressive driving behaviors.
  • The program is funded by the state of Florida.

Who's Mentioned

other58“Number of enforcement details conducted over six months.”other3,100“Number of contacts with motorists during the pilot period.”organizationMiami-Dade Sheriff’s Office“Lead law enforcement agency conducting the initiative.”organizationFlorida Department of Transportation“State agency providing funding and partnership for the initiative.”other2,545“Number of citations issued during the pilot period.”organizationSouth Florida Times“Publisher of the news article.”organizationFlorida Highway Patrol“Partnered with MDSO for the Southern Slow Down Campaign.”