Move Over Law
What is New York's Move Over Law
- As soon as you see lights, vests or reflectors, check traffic around you, SLOW DOWN and MOVE OVER if safe to do so.
- Drivers MUST use due care when approaching an emergency vehicle or hazard vehicle including police vehicles, fire trucks, ambulances, construction and maintenance vehicles and tow trucks. In 2023, the Move Over Law was expanded, requiring drivers to exercise due care to avoid all vehicles stopped on the roadway, including by changing lanes.
- The Move Over Law applies to both sides of the roadway, not just the shoulder on the right.
Thruway Slow Down Move Over PSA featuring Sally Deming
Slow Down, Move Over PSA
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