Who it protects
- Police, fire and ambulance vehicles stopped with flashing lights
- Tow trucks and recovery vehicles stopped with flashing yellow, amber, white or red lights, or using traffic cones
- Highway-maintenance and utility service vehicles under the same conditions
What you have to do
On a road with more than one lane in your direction, move out of the lane next to the stopped vehicle as soon as it is safe, unless a police officer directs you otherwise. If you cannot change lanes, or it would be unsafe, slow down below the posted speed limit and be prepared to stop. The law is officially called the Spencer Pass Law.
What it does not cover
Some states now require drivers to move over for any disabled car with its hazards on. As of this guide’s last update, Georgia’s law lists only the vehicle types above. Slowing down and giving room to a broken-down car is still the safe thing to do.
If you are the one broken down
Turn on your hazard lights and pull as far right as you can. On busy roads like I-20, I-285 or I-75, stay in the car with your seatbelt on until help arrives, unless smoke or fire makes it unsafe.
Sources
This guide is general information, not legal advice.