Michigan State Police Launch Multi-State Move Over Law Crackdown

The Michigan State Police will conduct a high-visibility enforcement campaign for the state's Move Over law on Monday, July 20, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The operation targets motorists who fail to shift over a lane and reduce speed by at least 10 miles per hour when passing emergency vehicles, tow trucks, construction vehicles, or utility services with active lights. If changing lanes is unsafe, drivers are still required to slow down by 10 mph and pass cautiously.

Col. James F. Grady II coordinated the initiative in response to at least 13 patrol vehicles being struck during traffic stops in 2026. He noted that seven department members have been killed while working on the side of the road over the agency's history. To increase the operation's reach, the Michigan State Police are coordinating with local agencies and state troopers from Kentucky, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

Violations involving emergency vehicles are treated as civil infractions, resulting in a $400 fine and two points on a driver's license. However, incidents that cause death or injury to a first responder can lead to felony charges and imprisonment.