New Hampshire State Police Hold ‘Move Over’ Law Saturation Patrol On I-93

LONDONDERRY, NH — During a four-hour “move over” law saturation patrol on Monday, New Hampshire State Police stopped dozens of vehicles on Interstate 93.

The effort, which was held between 8 a.m. and noon, was conducted by Troop G troopers and included four officers from both the motor carrier and field enforcement units.

“The purpose of the saturation patrol was to dedicate troopers to patrol a specific area for a set time to increase visibility of commercial motor vehicle enforcement while simultaneously identifying operators who failed to move over for emergency vehicles as required,” Amber Lagace, the public information officer for the state police, said.

During the effort, 22 commercial vehicles and 17 passenger vehicles were stopped. A dozen passenger vehicles were stopped for failing to move over. Two commercial vehicles were placed out of service for equipment violations. They were identified as being unsafe for the road.

Lagace said the Motorist Duties When Approaching Highway Emergencies (Move Over Law) was intended to protect first responders and other workers while performing their duties roadside.

“The New Hampshire State Police would like to remind the motoring public when approaching stationary vehicles on the side of the road, which display blue, red or amber flashing lights, to move out of the lane adjacent to the emergency or maintenance vehicle,” she said. “If the lane is blocked, maintain a reduced speed and give a wide berth without endangering oncoming traffic.”

Enforcement efforts will be enhanced throughout the week leading up to National Move Over Day, which is being recognized Saturday. National Move Over Day was created to promote awareness of the Move Over Law — which is active in all 50 states.

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