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Oregon Move Over Law Laws (2026)

Info: Oregon requires you to move into a lane that isn't next to the stopped vehicle, or slow to at least 5 mph below the posted limit, when you approach any stopped vehicle showing warning or hazard lights, flares, or emergency signs.

InfoVerified Jun 18, 2026

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Move Over Law in states bordering Oregon

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

CaliforniaInfo
On California freeways, move into a lane that isn't next to a stopped emergency vehicle, tow truck, or Caltrans (California Department of Transportation) vehicle displaying flashing lights. If changing lanes isn't safe, slow down instead.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: leginfo.legislature.ca.gov · Full California rule →
IdahoInfo
Slow down and move over. Idaho Code 49-624 requires drivers approaching a stationary police vehicle, authorized emergency vehicle, tow truck or highway incident response vehicle displaying flashing lights to reduce speed below the posted limit. On a road with two or more lanes in your direction you must also change out of the lane adjacent to that vehicle as soon as it is reasonable and prudent to do so. On a road with one lane each way, slow below the limit and keep a safe speed until completely past.
Verified Jul 27, 2026 · Source: legislature.idaho.gov · Full Idaho rule →
NevadaInfo
Nevada requires you to slow down, proceed with caution and, when possible, move into a lane that isn't next to a stopped emergency, Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), freeway-service or tow vehicle. The same applies at any traffic incident.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: dot.nv.gov · Full Nevada rule →
WashingtonInfo
In Washington, near a stopped emergency vehicle, tow truck, roadside-assistance vehicle, or highway-maintenance or utility vehicle showing lights, move over a lane if it's safe. If it isn't, slow down.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: app.leg.wa.gov · Full Washington rule →

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