Left lane on the Ohio Turnpike

Discussion in 'Trucking Industry Regulations' started by Dave1837, Sep 16, 2020.

  1. Dave1837

    Dave1837 Road Train Member

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    I've driven the Ohio pike for a while now and yes, I see the signs that say "trucks and slower traffic use right 2 lanes", but are we prohibited from being in that lane? In many states, signs are posted "left lane no trucks", or something of that nature. A few days ago I was stuck behind a Prime and Western Express going 62-63 side by side, so I took the left lane and went around them. As soon as I got halfway past, I noticed a trooper in the median. I never got stopped and was rocking about 73 in the left lane. Before I get too over-confident, has anyone been dinged for a left lane violation?
     
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  3. DUNE-T

    DUNE-T Road Train Member

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    Yes, I personally know someone who got a ticket there being in the 3rd lane
     
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  4. Dave1837

    Dave1837 Road Train Member

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    Weird that I didn't get one. Maybe the trooper saw what was going on and understood my frustration lol
     
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  6. Lostkeys

    Lostkeys Heavy Load Member

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    I doubt that... Id say be thankful you got a freebee.
     
  7. jamespmack

    jamespmack Road Train Member

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    They can and will ticket you. Sometimes not if they see you complete it quick. Some officers will write the ticket no matter your reason.

    Just depends.
     
  8. bzinger

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    I run the ohtp alot and have never been dinged for it such as moving over for traffic merging from a service plaza .
    But I have the ability to rock and roll and take care of business quik .
     
  9. jamespmack

    jamespmack Road Train Member

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    I worked out there for some years.

    One bit of advise. If they have a reason to ticket you in the third lane. Ie speed or crash. Your getting two tickets. You will get a third lane violation plus original offense.
     
  10. bzinger

    bzinger Road Train Member

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    Yeah its the chance ya take and you are right ...i would not recommend it to just anyone and I don't make a habit of it .
     
  11. jamespmack

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    Me either, and Ive been know to do the same.
     
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