An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to vehicles, further providing for definitions; and, in general provisions relating to operation of vehicles, further providing for drivers of emergency vehicles.
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Overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania vehicle code to broaden the definition of ‘emergency vehicle’ to include county correctional vehicles. It specifically clarifies that drivers of these vehicles, when responding to emergencies or escorting ambulances transporting prisoners, can proceed through red lights and stop signs after ensuring right-of-way. The bill also addresses drivers of emergency vehicles operated by local officials and organizations.
Key provisions
- Expands the definition of ‘emergency vehicle’ to include county correctional vehicles.
- Specifies driving rules for drivers of county correctional vehicles responding to emergencies.
- Allows drivers of designated emergency vehicles to proceed through red lights and stop signs after ensuring right-of-way.
- Defines specific categories of personnel authorized to operate vehicles designated as emergency vehicles.
Who is affected
- County correctional institutions
- Prisoners
- Emergency medical services personnel
- Police officers
- Firefighters
Notable changes
- Creates an exception to traffic laws for drivers of county correctional vehicles in specific emergency situations.
- Clarifies the scope of ‘emergency vehicle’ definition to include a wider range of vehicles and personnel.
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Benjamin Sanchez
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