Slow Down, Move Over: Roadside Safety Assistance Act Facts
AAA's roadside assistance personnel respond to more than 450,000 calls for emergency roadside assistance every year, which equates to an average of more than 1,200 calls dispatched every day (AAA Arizona).

While the exact number of injuries and fatalities or roadside assistance personnel is unknown, tragedies in recent years, including three fatalities since 2006, underscore the importance of providing protection to roadside assistance personnel (AAA Arizona).

Arizona's current move over law has proven to be effective. Since the law was adopted in 2005, no Department of Public Safety officer has been killed while aiding the public on the side of the road, according to the agency (Department of Public Safety)

Slow Down, Move Over: Roadside Safety Assistance Act FAQs
Doesn't Arizona already have a "Move Over" law?
Yes. However, the current law only provides protection for emergency vehicle workers, such as police and fire personnel.

Are "Move Over" laws effective?
Absolutely! Prior to the adoption of the law, eight Department of Public Safety (DPS) officers have lost their lives while performing their roadside duties. Since the current law was adopted in 2005, no DPS patrol officer has been killed while aiding the public on the side of the road, according to the agency.

How does Arizona's current "Move Over" law compare to other states?
As of November 2008, 43 states, including Arizona, have "Move Over" laws that protect first responders, such as police and fire personnel. Of those states, 29 "Move Over" laws include roadside assistance personnel. Arizona is not one of these states.