Changes to "Move Over" law effective July 1, 2010

Virginia’s “Move Over” law states that when there is an emergency vehicle displaying red or blue flashing lights stopped on the shoulder you must change lanes away from the vehicle or, if that is unreasonable or unsafe, slow down and proceed with caution.  Generally only police, fire, and rescue vehicles have red or blue lights.  Effective July 1st, Virginia's "Move Over" law will be expanded to include vehicles that display amber-colored flashing lights; this will protect include towing, repair, and highway maintenance vehicles.  Failing to obey the “Move Over” law is punishable as a traffic offense.