California AB390 amends Vehicle Code to mandate caution when passing stationary emergency vehicles and other hazard-signaling vehicles.

California AB390 amends Section 21809 of the Vehicle Code to require drivers to approach with caution when passing stationary authorized emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and highway maintenance vehicles displaying emergency or hazard lights. Drivers must either change lanes or slow down if passing is unsafe. The bill expands the requirement to include any stationary vehicle displaying flashing hazard lights or warning devices. A violation is an infraction, punishable by a fine of up to $50.

California AB390 amends Vehicle Code to mandate caution when passing stationary emergency vehicles and other hazard-signaling vehicles.

California AB390 amends Section 21809 of the Vehicle Code to require drivers to approach with caution when passing stationary authorized emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and highway maintenance vehicles displaying emergency or hazard lights. Drivers must either change lanes or slow down if passing is unsafe. The bill expands the requirement to include any stationary vehicle displaying flashing hazard lights or warning devices. A violation is an infraction, punishable by a fine of up to $50.