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257.601b – Moving violation in work zone, emergency scene, school zone, or school bus zone; penalties; exceptions; definitions | Michigan Law

Michigan law doubles fines for moving violations in work, school, and emergency zones, with severe penalties for injuries or deaths caused in these areas.

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257.601b – Moving violation in work zone, emergency scene, school zone, or school bus zone; penalties; exceptions; definitions

Michigan Vehicle Code § 257.601b

Summary

Michigan law Section 257.601b imposes doubled fines for moving violations committed in work zones, emergency scenes, school zones, or school bus zones. It also establishes increased penalties for causing injury or death in these zones, with exceptions for injuries caused by the victim's negligence. The law defines key terms such as 'emergency scene' and 'moving violation.'

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In simple terms: Michigan law doubles fines for moving violations in work, school, and emergency zones, with severe penalties for injuries or deaths caused in these areas.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.