MOVE OVER FOR EMERGENCY VEHICLES

The Austin, Texas Police Department wants to remind drivers about the "Move Over" law. The law is designed to keep police, firefighters and paramedics safe on the roads, by forcing cars to move over or slow down. During November and December, Austin police are launching Operation Move Over to educate the public and enforce the law. The law was created by the legislature and went into effect in 2003. Drivers who do not follow the rules face a fine of up to $500. If someone is injured because a driver did not move over, they face up to 180 days in jail.