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39:4-92.2 Procedure for motorist approaching stationary authorized emergency vehicle, tow truck, highway maintenance or emergency service vehicle.

1. a. The operator of a motor vehicle approaching a stationary authorized emergency vehicle as defined in R.S.39:1-1 that is displaying a flashing, blinking or alternating red or blue light or, any configuration of lights containing one of these colors, shall approach the authorized emergency vehicle with due caution and shall, absent any other direction by a law enforcement officer, proceed as follows:

(1) Make a lane change into a lane not adjacent to the authorized emergency vehicle if possible in the existing safety and traffic conditions; or

(2) If a lane change pursuant to paragraph (1) of subsection a. of this section would be impossible, prohibited by law or unsafe, reduce the speed of the motor vehicle to a reasonable and proper speed for the existing road and traffic conditions, which speed shall be less than the posted speed limit, and be prepared to stop.

b. The operator of a motor vehicle approaching a stationary tow truck as defined in section 1 of P.L.1999, c.396 (C.39:3-84.6) that is displaying a flashing amber light or a stationary highway maintenance or emergency service vehicle that is operated by the State, an authority or a county or municipality and displaying flashing yellow, amber, or red lights shall approach the vehicle with due caution and shall, absent any other direction by a law enforcement officer, proceed as follows:

(1) Make a lane change into a lane not adjacent to the tow truck or highway maintenance or emergency service vehicle if possible in the existing safety and traffic conditions; or

(2) If a lane change under paragraph (1) of subsection b. of this section would be impossible, prohibited by law or unsafe, reduce the speed of the motor vehicle to a reasonable and proper speed for the existing road and traffic conditions, which speed shall be less than the posted speed limit, and be prepared to stop.

c. A violation of this section shall be punished by a fine of not less than $100 and not more than $500.

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Morris Plains mourns the loss of a beloved
retired officer.  Martin "Mickey" Callahan
died on February 12, 2009. After a long
struggle with illness, Mickey is at Peace.
His co-workers and the town are much less for the
loss but much better for knowing him. We will
always remember his love of life, quick smile and
willingness to help with anything at anytime. Our
thoughts and prayers go out to his family and
friends. We will miss you!

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• Is your Childs safety seat properly installed?  Is it the proper size for your child?  Do you know how to properly use your safety seat?  We have a certified child seat safety technician that will inspect your child safety seat free of charge.  To make an appointment please contact Ptl. Michael Koroski at 973-538-2284.  You may also leave him a voice mail at ext. 4035 or send an email to mkoroski@morrisplainsboro.org
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The Morris Plains Police handled 2,303 calls in June 2009
which includes:
24 Arrests
30 Motor Vehicle Crashes
291 Motor Vehicle Stops

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