511 Ohio drivers cited during Move Over Law initiative

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Hundreds of drivers in Ohio received citations during a traffic enforcement initiative.

Focusing on drivers obeying the “move over” law, troopers with the Ohio State Highway Patrol issued 511 citations to Ohio drivers. From Sunday, July 21 to Saturday, July 27, state police and patrol in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia cited a combined 1,134 drivers.

Troopers in Ohio cited the most, followed by 306 drivers by Michigan State Police.

According to OSP, move over laws are present in all U.S. states. In Ohio, drivers that witness a vehicle with flashing lights on the roadway are required to switch one lane; drivers must slow down if unable to.

“Ohio’s Move Over Law requires motorists to cautiously shift over one lane – or slow down if changing lanes is not possible – when passing any vehicle with flashing lights on the side of a road,” said OSP.

In 2023, OSP troopers cited 690 drivers.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WDTN.com.