The Move Over Law requires drivers to:
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Increase their speed and pass emergency vehicles on the left, if they have their emergency lights activated.
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Stay on the lane adjacent to an emergency vehicle that is parked with its emergency lights activated on interstate highways.
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Exercise care to avoid colliding with an emergency vehicle that is parked or stopped with its emergency lights activated.
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Come to a complete stop as they approach an emergency vehicle with its emergency lights activated.
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Explanation
The Move Over Law requires drivers to take specific precautions to avoid collisions with parked or stopped emergency vehicles displaying flashing lights. When approaching these vehicles, drivers must move out of the lane closest to the emergency vehicle, if it is safe to do so. This creates a safety buffer between highway traffic and emergency responders. If moving over is not possible, slow down and pass with caution. The Move Over Law saves lives and helps protect police officers, emergency personnel, tow truck operators, and motorists.
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