Organizations across Florida have teamed up in January to educate drivers about the State\u2019s \u2018Move Over\u2019 law.<\/p>\n
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is working with the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), the Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA), the Florida Police Chiefs Association (FPCA) and the AAA\u2014The Auto Club Group.<\/p>\n
\u201cBy understanding and respecting the move-over law, every driver can contribute to a safer environment,\u201d said FLHSMV Executive Director Dave Kerner.<\/p>\n
\u201cSafely changing lanes or slowing down when passing stopped vehicles not only protects lives but also reinforces our collective commitment to road safety. State Troopers have zero tolerance for these dangerous violations and will take enforcement action when a violation is observed.\u201d<\/p>\n
Every state has a Move Over Law. In Florida, the law was introduced in 1971, requiring motorists to move or yield right-of-way to emergency vehicles. The law has been amended over the years to make roads safer. In 2014, utility and sanitation vehicles were added. In 2021, road and bridge maintenance or construction vehicles displaying warning lights were also included.<\/p>\n
In 2024, the law was expanded to include moving over for all disabled vehicles on the side of the road that are stopped and display warning\/hazard lights.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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