In New York, what is the purpose of the 'Move Over' law?
To require drivers to move to the right lane when being passed
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To protect emergency responders, police, and roadside workers by requiring drivers to slow down and move over when passing stopped emergency vehicles
To require trucks to move to the right lane on highways
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To allow emergency vehicles to use the left lane at all times
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New York\'s Move Over Law requires drivers to slow down and move over (change lanes away from) stopped emergency vehicles, police cars, tow trucks, and other authorized vehicles with flashing lights. This protects roadside workers from being struck by passing traffic.
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