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16.30.820 Tow Vehicle Operator Obstructing Traffic.

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  1. A.  The operator of a wrecker or tow truck may stop a vehicle where it obstructs traffic when the operator:
    1. 1.  Is engaged in the recovery of another vehicle; and
    2. 2.  Takes the precautionary measures required by this Chapter.
  2. B.  A person commits the offense of failure to take precautions when obstructing traffic with a tow vehicle or wrecker engaged in the recovery of another vehicle if the operator does not do all of the following:
    1. 1.  Determine that the recovery operation requires stopping the tow or recovery vehicle in the roadway; and
    2. 2.  Activate tow vehicle warning lights described in ORS 816.280.

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