Good law enforcement strategies target both bicyclists and motorists and focus on behaviors that cause the greatest fear or danger.

Most crashes can be avoided if both bicyclists and motorists follow the rules of the road. Heightened awareness among law officers of these rules, can lead to: enforcing of laws, modeling of good behaviors and recognizing and taking advantage of teachable moments with both bicycles and motorists. The ultimate goal is to prevent crashes and enhance traffic safety.

• Law enforcement officers are the only ones who can enforce laws to improve bicycle safety
• Law enforcement officers are in a unique position to assist with and add credibility to community efforts to encourage bicycling and improve bicycle safety.