Our traffic unit will be conducting a traffic enforcement initiative between 2PM and 10PM today focusing on traffic violations and also adherence to the MOVE OVER law.
Florida law requires you to MOVE OVER a lane — when you can safely do so — for stopped law enforcement, emergency, sanitation, utility service vehicles, tow trucks or wreckers, maintenance or construction vehicles with displaying warning lights, and any disabled vehicle on the side of the road when persons are visibly present.
If you can’t move over — or when on a two-lane road — slow to a speed that is 20 mph less than the posted speed limit.
Violating the MOVE OVER law will result in a fine, fees, and points on your driving record. For more information, see section 316.126, Florida Statutes.
When a driver fails to move over for stopped or disabled vehicles on the roadside, they put the safety of law enforcement, first responders, service professionals AND the motorists they assist gravely at risk.