Politics & Government

Fines Double in NJ for Left-Lane Lingerers

Gov. Chris Christie signed a bill Wednesday doubling fines for motorists that drive in the left lane for miles instead of using it to pass other vehicles.

For left-lane hogs in New Jersey, the message is clear: Move over!

Gov. Chris Christie signed into law on Wednesday a bill that doubles the fines for drivers who ride the left lane for miles and miles. 

For those motorists who linger in left lanes instead of using them to pass other vehicles, fines will increase from $50-$200 to $100-$300. 

In addition, the bill calls for $50 from each ticket to go toward signs telling drivers to keep right while driving. 


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