Traffic laws in construction zones

In order to prepare for the increase in motorized traffic during the summer months, the state of Missouri has already begun to increase the levels of highway construction and maintenance works.

There are several important traffic laws that must be reiterated to drivers to keep everyone safe during this construction season.

Make the fusion move faster

Merging lanes of traffic on a highway or interstate can be very frustrating for drivers, especially during rush hours and in heavy traffic areas. The best way to merge when the roads are not heavily traveled is to merge into the open lane as soon as the warning signs begin to appear. However, in heavily congested traffic areas, it is much more efficient to rack-merge at the destination of the merge area to reduce traffic backlog.

Endangering a road worker

The Road Works Zones Law was implemented to regulate the crime of endangering a road worker. If anyone creates an offense that endangers a highway worker, but does not injure or kill him, a maximum fine of $ 1,000 and four points will be added to the driver’s license.

If the highway worker is injured, the violator will be fined a maximum of $ 5,000 and 12 points will be imposed on his license. However, if the offender takes the life of the road worker, the offender will be fined a maximum of $ 10,000 and 12 points will be applied to their license.

Fines and penalties

The Highway Works Zones Act also increased penalties for several of the most recurring violations to help protect highway workers. The law states that a person who is convicted more than once for a moving violation will be subject to a $ 75 fine.

Additionally, the law states that a $ 300 fine may be imposed on anyone with multiple charges of speeding or overtaking another vehicle in any work zone with a worker present (http://www.modot.org/workzones /).

The 2012 “Move Over” Act

In 2012, Missouri implemented a law that requires motorists to slow down or move into the other lane when they encounter any type of Missouri Department of Transportation, police, or emergency vehicle parked.

This law helps protect both workers in parked vehicles and people driving by significantly reducing the risk of an accident occurring.

Following these traffic laws and making sure you pay attention to work zones can help make the roads safer for everyone this construction season.