VEH CD-POLICE VEHICLES-LIGHTS

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that the driver of a police vehicle must: (1) activate oscillating lights, rotating or flashing lights, sirens, or any combination of such lights or sirens during a high speed vehicle response; (2) use lights and sirens to warn pedestrians and other persons of his or her approach during an emergency response situation; and (3) drive with due regard for the safety of other persons and exercise due care when operating a police vehicle. Permits the driver of a police vehicle to use a covert approach when the situation dictates, but requires the driver to comply with all traffic laws if not utilizing lights and sirens as required by the Illinois Vehicle Code. Effective immediately.