Slow Down, Move Over Law is still in effect
Posted July 24, 2014 7:23 pm.
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VANCOUVER (NEWS1130) – The goal is to protect first responders and other drivers and the message it clear — move over!
The Motor Vehicle Act Regulation took effect June 1, 2009 and it requires drivers approaching stopped emergency vehicles displaying flashing lights to slow down and, if traffic permits, to move over into the adjacent lane in order to pass by.
But North Vancouver RCMP Corporal Richard De Jong says his officers have had several near-misses.
“It looks like [drivers] are ignoring the risk that they pose with their vehicle travelling down the road. So, this law is meant to protect the safety of our police officers as they are working on the roadway, either handing out tickets or potentially arresting somebody.”
On roads posted at 80 km/h and above drivers must slow to 70 km/h, and on those posted below 80 km/h to 40 km/h.
The requirements apply to drivers passing police, fire, ambulance and towing vehicles, as well as vehicles used by commercial vehicle safety and enforcement personnel, passenger vehicle inspectors, conservation officers and park rangers.
The ticketed amount for drivers who fail to obey this law is $173 and 3 penalty points.
