When should you use an escort?
Preparing for the Procession
While most cities have ordinances making it illegal to enter or leave a procession, cars in a procession do
not have any legal right of way. Certified Escorts provide necessary traffic control and are authorized to stop
traffic from entering or leaving a procession, as well as maintain traffic flow by use of controlled intersections.
• All vehicles in the procession must bear a sticker that indicates they are participants
• Headlights and flashers should be on for the entire procession
• Vehicles must not leave the procession for any reason and should advise the escort if an emergency occurs
• Procession vehicles should space themselves as close together as safely possible to prevent non-
Frequently
Asked Questions
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We know city and state ordinances and are there to enforce them. For the safety of the coach driver, procession
members and escorts the following rules apply:
• When the procession consists of six cars or more
• When the safety of the procession depends on knowledgeable traffic control
• When the comfort of the family is increased by eliminating the worry of the procession process
• When the procession requires freeway, long distance or travel in unfamiliar areas
participating vehicles from entering or crossing the procession
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