Drivers in New Jersey are now required to “move over” and slow down to pass bikes, scooters and pedestrians who are using the roads. Here is what you need to know about this new law:
When approaching a pedestrian or a person on a bike, skateboard or scooter, drivers must:
Move over one lane when passing, if it safe to do so, or allow four feet of space between the car and the person being passed. If that is not safe to move over one lane, drivers must slow to 25 mph. Violators face a fine of $100, but no motor vehicle points. If a driver fails to obey the law, and causes bodily injury, the driver could face a $500 fine and two motor vehicle points.