AUGUSTA — Maine State Police say troopers issued dozens of warnings while stepping up enforcement of the state’s so-called “move over” law.
In all, police handed out 52 warnings during enforcement efforts on the Maine Turnpike. Troopers stepped up enforcement last week in York, and held another effort this week in Portland.
The “move over” law requires drivers to move into the passing lane, if possible, or slow down when traveling by police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, tow trucks and other vehicles with flashing lights in the breakdown lane.
Police say 16 state police cruisers since 2003 have been struck by motorists while parked along roadways.
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