Teens are involved in three times as many fatal crashes as older drivers, and auto accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers, resulting in thousands of deaths each year. In Maryland, a recent spate of high-profile teen traffic fatalities has spurred a wide-ranging discussion of how to reduce the death rate. Rob Capriccioso takes a look at how policymakers, educators, parents and students are working to find solutions.

It's a common parental nightmare that turns into reality with unnerving frequency - the phone call that tells you your child is in trouble with the law. Joan Lisante got advice from parents, judges, police officers and others on how to cope.