MI SB0477

Requires drivers approaching stationary authorized emergency vehicles displaying red, blue, white, or amber lights to reduce speed by at least 10 mph below the posted limit and move at least one lane or two vehicle widths away, or proceed with due care if lane movement is not possible.

Changes violations of emergency vehicle approach rules from misdemeanors (punishable by up to $500 fine or 90 days imprisonment) to civil infractions with a $400 fine, effective 60 days after the law's enactment.

Establishes felony penalties for violating the emergency vehicle approach law: up to 2 years imprisonment and $1,000 fine if injury results to emergency personnel, or up to 15 years imprisonment and $7,500 fine if death results.

Extends the same approach and speed reduction requirements to stationary solid waste collection vehicles, utility service vehicles, and road maintenance vehicles displaying amber lights.

Clarifies that drivers on divided highways are not required to slow down or move over for emergency or service vehicles stopped across the highway dividing space or barrier.