Recent Posts
- 2023 Chester County Tax Credit Poll for First Responders
- Presentation on Act 122 - Non-Emergency Special Event Services For Volunteer Fire Police Officers
- PA's New 'Move Over' Law Goes Into Effect 4/27/2021
- Move Over, Slow Down
- Chester County Fire & EMS Strategic Plan
- Chester County Fire Police Take Introduction to the Fire Service for Fire Police Course
- Steer Clear Law Enhances Roadside Safety
- CCFPA Awards Picnic 05/05/2013
- Headlight Laws Enacted in Pennsylvania
Steer Clear Law Enhances Roadside Safety
Steer Clear Law Enhances Roadside Safety The "Steer Clear " law requires drivers to move over or slow down when they encounter an incident along the side of the road. When to Steer Clear
- emergency scene
- traffic stop
- roadside personnel responding to a disabled vehicle
Penalties under the Steer Clear Law
- fine of up to $250 for failing to move over or slow down
- doubling of fines for other traffic violations occurring in emergency response areas
- 90-day license suspension if violation results in injury to workers
The law applies any time an emergency vehicle has its lights flashing and where road crews or emergency personnel have lighted flares, posted signs or tried to warn motorists. If law enforcement is not present at the time, the law allows road workers and emergency responders to report violations by motorists. Citations can then be issued by police based on these reports. Additional Information
- Steer Clear Brochure
- Steer Clear Brochure (printable version for distribution)
- Steer Clear Radio PSA
