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Rules of the road: 'Move-over' law about to expand

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Bend Parkway's narrow shoulders make 'move-over law' even more crucial
Bend Parkway's narrow shoulders make 'move-over law' even more crucial

By Victoria Adelus, KTVZ.COM

We've been teaming up with the Bend Police Department this month to offer tips to keep you and officers safe on our roads.

This week's first focus is on the "move-over law."

The move-over law is not only important for drivers to pay attention to, but it also keeps police officers safe while they're doing their job.

The law says that if you see emergency lights flashing on the side of the road, you are required to move over and change lanes, if possible. If you can't, slow down.

On Jan. 1, a new set of rules will be in effect, requiring you to move over when you see another set of lights.

"They will be adding tow trucks into the emergency list, so come the first of the year we'll be making it a little safer for the tow drivers also," said Bend Police Officer John Beck.

Thursday night: a look at some of the rules of roundabouts.

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