Florida Move Over Law

Cross-jurisdiction snapshot of key differences.

LocationLawSummary
FloridaFlorida Move Over LawDrivers must vacate the lane closest to stopped emergency, utility, or hazard vehicles, or slow down significantly if they cannot change lanes.
Florida, USAFlorida Move Over LawDrivers must vacate the lane closest to stationary emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and utility vehicles, or slow down significantly if lane changes are unsafe.
Florida, USAFlorida Move Over LawDrivers must vacate the lane closest to stopped law enforcement, emergency, sanitation, utility service, and disabled motor vehicles.
Florida, USAFlorida Move Over LawDrivers must move over one lane for stopped emergency, utility, and sanitation vehicles, or slow down to 20 mph below the speed limit if moving over is unsafe.
Florida, USAFlorida Move Over LawDrivers must vacate the lane closest to stationary emergency, utility, or sanitation vehicles with flashing lights; if unable to move over, they must slow to 20 mph below the posted limit.
Florida, USAFlorida Move Over LawDrivers must move over one lane or slow down to 20 mph below the speed limit when approaching stopped emergency, utility, or sanitation vehicles with flashing lights.
Florida, USAFlorida Move Over LawDrivers must vacate the lane closest to stationary emergency, sanitation, or utility vehicles, or slow down significantly if moving over is unsafe.