A Saugeen Shores Police vehicle that was damaged from being hit while being stationary on the side of the road. (Image via Saugeen Shores Police)
This week, Saugeen Shores Police will be focusing on drivers who don’t follow the “Move Over Law”.
They’ll be focusing on enforcement from February 27th until March 3rd.
In the last year, Saugeen Shores Police lost a vehicle that was struck while stationary on the shoulder during a stop.
In 2015, the law was also expanded to tow trucks.
Police warn that for non-compliance, fines range from $400 to $2000.
They also say that if convicted, it’s three demerit points and a licence suspension of up to two years.
Elements of the “Move Over Law”
– On highways, pull as close as you can to the right side of the road but don’t drive on or block the shoulder lane
– In an intersection, do not make a left turn. Proceed straight through and then pull to the right and stop.
– On a one-way street, you can pull to the left side of the road if you are unable to move to the right
– When approaching a stopped emergency vehicle, slow down and pass with caution. If a road has two or more lanes, you must leave a lane of space between you and the emergency vehicle, if you can do so safely. (source: Ontario.ca)
