Politics & Government
Slow Poke Law: Does New York Need It?
Georgia put in a new law this week that requires slower drivers to move from the high-speed lane if another driver is traveling at a higher speed behind them.
Written by Les Masterson
Georgia implemented its new “Slow Poke” law this week.
The law requires drivers in the left lane of a Georgia highway to move to the right when a vehicle traveling at a faster speed comes up from behind. Slower drivers who do not move out of the high-speed lane may be ticketed under the new law.
Proponents say the new law will reduce congestion, road rage and tailgating.
New York drivers were recently named some of the “most discourteous” in the country.
Do you think New York should implement a similar Slow Poke law? Do you think that would help reduce road rage incidents and improve the overall mood of New York drivers? Let us know in the comments section below.
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