The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB), in collaboration with the Central Iowa Traffic Safety Task Force (CITSTF) and law enforcement agencies across the state, will be conducting a focused enforcement effort from June 17 to 19 to promote awareness and compliance with Iowa’s Move Over Law.
The law, in effect since 2002, requires drivers to either change lanes or significantly slow down when approaching a vehicle stopped on the shoulder with flashing lights. This applies to emergency responders, tow trucks, commercial vehicles, and even private vehicles with hazard lights activated.
Violating the Move Over Law can result in a $210.25 fine and license suspension, particularly in incidents involving property damage or injury.
Drivers are reminded: if you see flashing blue, red, or amber lights on the roadside—move over or slow down. It’s not just the law, it’s a life-saving act.
For more information or media inquiries, contact the Iowa Department of Transportation.