Imposes conditions on drivers approaching disabled vehicles.
S 351 requires drivers in New Jersey to either change lanes or slow down when approaching a disabled vehicle displaying hazard lights or road flares, as well as emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and maintenance vehicles with warning lights. Drivers must move to a non-adjacent lane if safe, or reduce speed below the posted limit and be prepared to stop if lane-changing is impossible. Violations carry fines of $100-$500, with two additional license penalty points for three or more offenses within a year. The bill also mandates a public awareness campaign to educate drivers about these safety rules.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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