Index
Illinois Scott's Law
Summary
Drivers must slow down and change lanes when approaching any vehicle with its hazard lights flashing on the side of the road.
Rights & Rules
- 01.The right to stay in the current lane if a lane change would be unsafe due to traffic.
- 02.The right to clear warning from emergency vehicles using visual signals.
- 03.The right to a court hearing to prove that a lane change was not possible.
Penalties
- 01.Fines between $250 and $10,000 for a first offense.
- 02.Mandatory driver's license suspension if the violation results in property damage (90 days) or injury (up to 2 years).
- 03.A $250 assessment fee added to the fine for the Scott's Law Fund.
Verified Citations
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