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        "id": 1693408,
        "msgid": "often-misunderstood-the-priority-order-of-vehicles-on-the-roadway-1776844320",
        "date": "2026-04-22 13:41:00",
        "title": "Often Misunderstood: The Priority Order of Vehicles on the Roadway",
        "author": "Azwar Ferdian",
        "source": "KOMPAS",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Regulation",
        "summary": "In Indonesia's congested traffic, many drivers misunderstand the legal priority order for emergency and official vehicles, often delaying ambulances and fire trucks, which can have life-threatening consequences. Under Law No. 22 of 2009 on Road Traffic and Transportation, the hierarchy begins with fire engines on duty, followed by ambulances carrying patients, accident response vehicles, and state officials' convoys. This regulation underscores a legal obligation rather than mere courtesy, urging greater awareness to ensure public safety.",
        "content": "<p>In the midst of dense traffic, many drivers still mistakenly\nunderstand who should be given priority on the road. Private vehicles\noften feel entitled to proceed first, while emergency vehicles are\nobstructed. This situation is frequently seen when ambulances or other\nemergency vehicles struggle to penetrate traffic jams due to minimal\nresponse from other road users. In certain situations, even a few\nseconds\u2019 delay can have significant impacts. He stated that many road\nusers still consider giving way merely as a form of courtesy, not a\nlegal obligation. \u201cIn fact, this is not about willingness, but it is\nalready regulated. Priority vehicles must be given precedence because it\ndirectly relates to safety and greater interests,\u201d Marcell told\nKompas.com on Tuesday (21\/4\/2026). In the applicable regulations under\nLaw No.\u00a022 of 2009 on Road Traffic and Transportation, it is stated that\ncertain types of vehicles have the primary right to be prioritised on\nthe road. This rule is not just ethics, but an obligation that must be\nfollowed by all road users. Article 134 explains the priority order of\nvehicles starting from fire engines on duty, ambulances transporting\npatients, vehicles for providing assistance in traffic accidents, to\nvehicles for state institution leaders. In addition, funeral processions\nand convoys or vehicles for certain interests that are escorted by\nofficers are also included in the category that must be prioritised.\nAlthough regulated, practices in the field often differ. Many drivers\nstill do not give way, especially to ambulances or other emergency\nvehicles carrying patients. This condition not only violates the rules\nbut also potentially endangers lives. Marcell also reminded drivers to\nbe more sensitive to their surroundings, including recognising signs\nsuch as sirens or signal lights used by emergency vehicles. A quick and\nappropriate response from road users can be very decisive in critical\nsituations.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/often-misunderstood-the-priority-order-of-vehicles-on-the-roadway-1776844320",
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