Georgia’s Funeral Procession Laws: What Every Driver Should Know
How can I be respectful of funeral processions?
– Dim your headlights if you are approaching a funeral procession from behind.– Turn off your radio and other music.– Drive slowly and carefully.– Be patient and allow the procession to pass safely.
What is a funeral procession?
A funeral procession is a group of two or more vehicles that are traveling together in an organized manner to attend a funeral.
Funeral processions are typically identified by their headlights being turned on, even during daylight hours. They may also be escorted by police vehicles.
What are the laws governing funeral processions in Georgia?
Georgia law gives funeral processions the right of way over other traffic, except for emergency vehicles. This means that drivers of vehicles not in the procession must yield to the procession at all intersections and crosswalks.
Drivers of vehicles not in the procession must also not interrupt or interfere with the procession in any way. This means that they cannot pass the procession on a two-lane highway, and they cannot drive between vehicles in the procession.
What should I do if I see a funeral procession?
If you see a funeral procession approaching, the best thing to do is to slow down and stop if necessary. If you are at an intersection, you must yield to the procession, even if you have a green light.
If you are driving on a two-lane highway, you cannot pass the procession. If you are behind the procession, you should stay in line and maintain a safe following distance.