This bill proposes the addition of a new section, 17C-14-16, to the Code of West Virginia, 1931, which mandates that drivers operating a motor vehicle at least 10 miles per hour below the posted speed limit on any public road must activate their emergency flashers. This requirement aims to enhance safety on the roads by alerting other drivers to slower-moving vehicles.

Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for non-compliance. A person found guilty of violating this provision would be charged with a misdemeanor and face fines that escalate with repeated offenses: up to $25 for the first violation, $100 for a second, and $200 for a third or subsequent violations. This legislative measure seeks to promote safer driving practices and reduce the risk of accidents caused by unexpectedly slow-moving vehicles.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17C-14-16