Question 1

Under Maryland's Move Over Law, what fine and point penalty applies to a basic violation that doesn't cause a crash?

Accepted Answer

A $110 fine and one point — A basic Move Over Law violation carries a $110 fine and one point; the penalty escalates to a $150 fine and three points if it causes a crash, and $750 and three points for a death or serious injury.

Question 2

In a Maryland work zone, what do flashing blue lights indicate?

Accepted Answer

Active speed cameras — In a work zone, flashing amber/yellow lights mean an active work zone with workers present, flashing blue lights mean active speed cameras, and flashing green lights mean highway maintenance vehicles.

Question 3

How far must a Maryland driver stop from a school bus that has stopped with its red lights flashing?

Accepted Answer

At least 20 feet from the back of the bus if behind it, or 20 feet from the front if in front of it — A driver must stop at least 20 feet from the back of a stopped school bus if approaching from behind, or 20 feet from the front if approaching from the front, unless separated by a physical median barrier.

Maryland: Emergency Vehicles, School Buses & Work Zones Questions

1. Under Maryland's Move Over Law, what fine and point penalty applies to a basic violation that doesn't cause a crash?

2. In a Maryland work zone, what do flashing blue lights indicate?

3. How far must a Maryland driver stop from a school bus that has stopped with its red lights flashing?

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