OHP Enforces 'Slow Down, Move Over' Law

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is putting the safety of troopers, first responders, and tow truck drivers front and center next week. OHP officials will focus on catching anyone violating the "slow down, move over" law.

Friday, August 16th 2024, 4:24 pm

By: News 9, Bobbie Miller


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The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is putting the safety of troopers, first responders, and tow truck drivers front and center next week.

OHP officials will focus on catching anyone violating the "slow down, move over" law.

OHP says over the past three years, drivers have hit three troopers while they've been sitting on the side of the road with their lights on.

There have also been tow truck drivers hit while helping stranded drivers.

That's why in 2023, state lawmakers increased fines for anyone who doesn't change lanes when they are approaching a stationary vehicle with flashing lights.

The law says if drivers can't do that safely, they must slow down.

Fines for not following this law start at $1,000 for a first offense, which increases to $2,500 for a second offense.

Troopers will be actively looking for violators starting Sunday.

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