Speed Laws & Move Over

Drivers must move over or slow down when approaching a stationary emergency or utility vehicle with flashing lights.. Georgia's Move Over law requires drivers to vacate the lane next to a stopped emergency, law enforcement, utility, or recovery vehicle displaying flashing lights.

Fines for speeding in Georgia highway work zones can be doubled when workers are present.. Georgia law increases penalties for moving violations committed in highway work zones, and fines can be doubled.

This law targets high-speed convictions to deter reckless driving and generate revenue for the state. A diagram for this topic isn't available yet — the worked example below walks the same reasoning step by step.

• !Some drivers may confuse the Super Speeder law with other traffic laws, such as the Move Over law, which requires drivers to change lanes or slow down when approaching emergency vehicles.
• !Some drivers may be confused about whether they must come to a complete stop or just slow down. However, the Move Over law requires drivers to vacate the lane next to the stopped vehicle if possible, or slow down below the posted limit if changing lanes is not safe.
• !Drivers may think fines for speeding in work zones are the same as elsewhere, but increased penalties aim to keep workers and drivers safe.
• !Failing to pay the fee within 120 days leads to license suspension and a reinstatement charge.

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