National Law [3] Vehicle Code
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License Points Info [3] 1 - Speeding [3] 2 - Failure to Maintain Lane [3] 3 - Illegal Passing [3] 4 - Driving Under the Influence [3] 5 - Failure to Obey Traffic Control Devices [3] 6 - Driving the Wrong Way [3] 7 - Negligent Driving [3] 8 - Reckless Driving [3] 9 - Stopping on Railroad Tracks [3] 10 - Illegal Street Competition, Stunting, or Exhibition [3] 11 - Failure to Yield or Move Over for an Emergency Vehicle [3] 12 - Distracted Driving [3] 13 - Tailgating [3] 14 - Improper Turn [3] 15 - Failure to Control Speed to Avoid Collision [3] 16 - Unroadworthy Vehicle [3] 17 - Driving w/o Headlights or Signals [3] 18 - Improper or Missing Plates/Registration [3] 19 - Use of Jamming Device [3] 20 - Truck/Trailer Size Restriction [3] 21 - Load Size Restriction [3] 22 - Commercial Vehicle Inspection Authority [3] 23 - Overweight Limit [3] 24 - Log Book Violation [3] 25 - Stopping at Railroad Crossings [3] 26 - Failure to Secure Commercial Cargo [3] 27 - Commercial Vehicle Brake Violation [3] 28 - Commercial Vehicle Tire Safety Violation [3] 29 - Failure to Conduct Required Pre-Trip Inspection [3] 30 - Commercial Hours of Service Violation [3] 31 - Driving without Insurance [3] 32 - Improper License Class / Endorsement [3] 33 - Driving without a License [3] 34 - Illegal Parking [3] 35 - Reckless Evading [3] 36 - Evading an Officer [3] 37 - Hit and Run [3] 38 - Excessive Vehicle Noise [3] 39 - Impeding Traffic [3] 40 - Operating Without a Helmet [3] 41 - Refusal to take a Sobriety Test [3] 42 - Bicycle Lane Usage [3] 43 - Open Container of Alcohol in Vehicle [3] 44 - Nighttime Headlight Usage [3] 45 - Non-Motor Vehicle on Highway [3] 46 - Airspace Violation [3] 47 - Seatbelt Requirement [3] 48 - Flashing Colored Lights, Sirens, and Emergency Vehicles [3] 49 - Altered Vehicle Height [3] 50 - Altered or Obstructed VIN
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[3] 11 - Failure to Yield or Move Over for an Emergency Vehicle

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Updated Jul 25, 2026
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It is illegal to fail to pull to the right side of the road as soon as safely possible when an emergency vehicle is trying to pass, or approaching towards a motor vehicle, from in front or behind with emergency lights engaged. Motorists may also pull to the left or pass a red traffic signal if it is safe to do so when necessary to clear the path for an emergency vehicle.

It is illegal to not provide the right of way to an emergency vehicle when it approaches an intersection or crossing with emergency lights engaged.

Move Over or Slow Down

It is illegal to not move over to provide a gap of at least one lane-width OR pass in the adjacent lane while travelling at least 20MPH under the speed limit when passing a stationary emergency vehicle with emergency lights activated that is stopped on the side or shoulder of a road.

Emergency vehicle operators shall maintain a safe method of emergency vehicle operation when operating said emergency vehicle with lights and/or sirens engaged in a manner which does not follow normal motor vehicle operation standards such as driving against traffic, driving through red lights, etc.

Infraction
Sentence: None
License Points: 1
Fine: $200