As a reminder, state law mandates that when approaching roadside workers and their vehicles, drivers need to create a buffer zone or slow their roll. The “Move Over or Slow Down” law requires motorists to either shift over to leave a lane between their vehicle and a range of roadside workers – including cops, tow trucks, and TxDOT crews – or drop their speed to 20 mph below the limit. Failing to comply could hit your wallet hard, with fines reaching up to $1,250 for a first offense, according to the Mesquite Police Department.