Expanded law leads to increase in 'Move Over' violation penalties
In the Finger Lakes region, officials are urging drivers to be mindful of the move-over law as stricter enforcement is set to take place over the Labor Day weekend. Since its expansion in 2023, over 11,000 citations have been issued to drivers who failed to move over for stopped vehicles, a figure that has seen a 40% increase.
The move-over law, now applicable to all stopped vehicles, not just emergency responders, aims to protect individuals working on the roadside. Officials believe that the law saves lives, but lament that too many drivers still disregard it.
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A pilot program using cameras in work zones to enforce the move-over law is currently in effect in New York. The authorities responsible for this program typically include the Department of Transportation (DOT) and local or state traffic safety agencies.
Violators of the move-over law face fines up to $450 and points on their license. If you have any leads related to this matter, FingerLakes1.com invites you to send them to news@[their website].
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