After Trooper’s Death, Ohio Patrol Urges Drivers to Move over or Face $130 Fine

After trooper’s death, Ohio patrol urges drivers to move over or face $130 fine

OHIO — The Move Over/Slow Down law has been on the books in Ohio for 27 years, but the Ohio State Highway Patrol says it still finds it necessary to remind drivers of the requirement. The renewed emphasis comes after a trooper was struck from behind and killed last year while attending to a call [...]

Ohio Patrol Stresses Importance of Move Over Law - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting

ZANESVILLE, OH – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to slow down and move over. It’s a simple step that can save lives on the side of the road. Troopers say Ohio’s Move Over Law requires drivers to move into the adjacent lane when approaching any public safety vehicle with flashing or rotating lights stopped along the roadside. If it’s not possible to change lanes, motorists must slow down and proceed with caution. “Over the year…