• Minnesota: "ASK A TROOPER" by Sgt. Neil Dickenson of the Minnesota State Patrol

    Minnesota does have a law making it illegal for drivers to read/compose/send text messages and emails, or access the internet using a wireless device while the vehicle is in motion or a part of traffic. I believe that distracted driving, namely texting and using the internet on our phones, is a major distraction that causes many crashes. I've based this belief not only on my years of training and experience from several traffic stops and crashes, but also on the statistics

  • Florida: Highway Patrol Emphasizing 'Move-Over' Law

    In 2013, there were over 130 traffic crashes in Florida that involved motorists who violated the Move Over law. Of those crashes, 81 resulted in injuries and 2 in fatalities. This month, the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is reminding motorists of the state’s Move Over law.

  • Texas: Motorists Reminded to Slow Down and Move Over

    As Texas’ population continues to grow and the number of drivers increases, the Texas Department of Transportation is reminding all motorists of the state’s Move Over/Slow Down law.The law, which became effective Sept. 1, 2013, requires drivers to either move over to an adjacent lane or to slow down to 20 mph below the posted speed limit when approaching TxDOT workers and vehicles that are stopped with overheard blue and amber lights flashing. Violators can be fined up to $2,000.

  • Georgia: Troopers Remind Drivers About State's Move Over Law

    Troopers are an officer-involved crash to remind drivers to keep an eye out for law enforcement vehicles, especially if they are parked on the side of the road.

  • Florida: Many Drivers Unaware of Move Over law

    They put their lives on the line every day and there’s one mistake many drivers are making that could be deadly. As Florida honors first responders this week, we take a look at a law that police say too many people ignore. It’s a scene police see too often.

  • Wisconsin: Wisconsin State Patrol Law of the Month: Move Over

    As we welcome 2015, Wisconsin State Patrol has once again named the Move Over Law as this year's first Law of the Month, asking drivers to move over, or slow down, when they see a vehicle in the emergency lane.

  • Fleet Safety Video Tip: 'Move Over' Law Compliance

    This week thousands of law enforcement officers will participate in the annual national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” holiday crackdown on drunk drivers. That’s why this is a good time to remind fleet drivers about the need to comply with state “Move Over” laws.

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