Is it a law to move to the far side of the road?
My son and I had never heard of the law. It is a new law that states if any emergency vehicle is on the side of the road, if you are are able, you are to move into the far lane. The cost of the ticket was $754, with 3 points on your license and a mandatory court appearance.
When to vacate the lane closest to the emergency vehicle?
Vacate the lane closest to the emergency vehicle, if the highway has two or more lanes traveling the direction of the emergency vehicle; or Slow to a speed not more than 20 miles per hour (mph) less than the posted speed limit when the posted speed limit is 25 mph or more; or
Where was the HPD car when I got over the overpass?
When I got over the Bissonnett/Braeswood overpass, there was an HPD squad car parked on the left shoulder with the officer standing out in front of his vehicle pointing his radar gun at oncoming cars. Your inclination automatically tells you to slow down, whether you were speeding or not.
What should I do if I see an emergency vehicle on the road?
Slow down to the required speed in the state in which you are driving. Move as far left on the road as you can to give the emergency vehicle a clear run down the right side of the road. If you can’t move left safely, stay where you are and let the emergency vehicle overtake you.
What happens when a car pulls out from a side road?
The main message is clear – if a vehicle is proceeding correctly and is established on the main road and a car pulls out from a side road, it is more than likely the latter that has failed to pay due care and attention and therefore they will most likely be found liable.
My son and I had never heard of the law. It is a new law that states if any emergency vehicle is on the side of the road, if you are are able, you are to move into the far lane. The cost of the ticket was $754, with 3 points on your license and a mandatory court appearance.
When I got over the Bissonnett/Braeswood overpass, there was an HPD squad car parked on the left shoulder with the officer standing out in front of his vehicle pointing his radar gun at oncoming cars. Your inclination automatically tells you to slow down, whether you were speeding or not.
Vacate the lane closest to the emergency vehicle, if the highway has two or more lanes traveling the direction of the emergency vehicle; or Slow to a speed not more than 20 miles per hour (mph) less than the posted speed limit when the posted speed limit is 25 mph or more; or