Expect to see more law enforcement officers out across Iowa patrolling for drivers who fail to yield to vehicles on the shoulder.
The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau and the Central Iowa Traffic Safety Task Force are teaming up with local police to enforce Iowa’s Move-Over Law. The law was enacted in 2002 in response to the numerous cases of traffic fatalities due to drivers not moving over for vehicles on the side of the road.
What is Iowa’s Move-Over Law?
Iowa’s Move-Over Law requires motorists to change lanes or slow down if switching lanes is not possible when a vehicle is on the shoulder of the road with its hazard lights activated.
The law applies to emergency vehicles, tow trucks, commercial trucks and passenger vehicles displaying flashing lights or hazard lights.
When will police be enforcing the Move-Over Law?
From June 17 to June 19, there will be increased law enforcement on the road looking for people violating Iowa’s Move-Over Law, according to the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau.
What are the penalties for not moving over?
Violating the Move-Over law can result in a $210.25 fine. It can also result in a driver’s license suspension ranging from 90 days to one year in cases that result in property damage, bodily injury or death.
Kate Kealey is a general assignment reporter for the Register. Reach her at [email protected] or follow her on Twitter at @Kkealey17.
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