May 13, 2025
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas State Police (ASP) is partnering with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Louisiana State Police, New Mexico State Police, and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol to conduct an enhanced enforcement operation. This initiative will take place from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14. During this operation, Troopers will focus on drivers who violate their respective states’ Move Over and Slow Down laws.
“The Move Over Law is designed to protect emergency responders, road workers, and anyone working on or near the road,” said Col. Mike Hagar, ASP Director. “Let’s work together to ensure the safety of all road users. By being considerate and taking proactive measures, we are not only following the law but also demonstrating respect and care for our community. Together, we can keep our roads safe for everyone.”
In Arkansas, the Move Over Law requires drivers to move over not only for emergency vehicles but also for vehicles operated by the Arkansas Department of Transportation, utility vehicles, tow trucks, and other authorized vehicles displaying flashing, revolving, or rotating lights in blue, red, amber, white, or green.
When a driver approaches an authorized vehicle that is stopped or parked on a street, road, highway, or shoulder, they must move to the farthest lane or position away from the authorized vehicle. Drivers should remain in that lane or position until they have safely passed the authorized vehicle while exercising caution.
If changing lanes is unsafe or impossible, the driver should exercise caution and reduce their speed according to the conditions of the street, road, or highway where the authorized vehicle is stopped or parked.
Violators of Arkansas’s Move Over Law may face fines ranging from $250 to $1,000, possible jail time, and the potential loss of their driver’s license.
