Illinois · Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5)
625 ILCS 5 § 11-907: Operation of vehicles and streetcars on approach of authorized emergency vehicles
What this law says, in plain English
Drivers must yield right-of-way to approaching emergency vehicles using audible/visual signals, move to the right edge, and stop if necessary. When passing stationary emergency vehicles with flashing lights, drivers must change lanes if safe or reduce speed and maintain safe distance.
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