Highway 417: OPP keeping an eye on improper use of Hwy. 417 HOV lane in Ottawa [Video]

Being late for hockey practice is not a reason to use the High Occupancy Vehicle lanes on Highway 417 in Ottawa’s west end as a solo driver, according to police.

Ontario Provincial Police say there have been “numerous complaints” about vehicles travelling in the HOV lanes that do not meet the requirements.

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In a post on social media, the OPP explained why two vehicles were pulled over for violations around the HOV lane on Thursday.

Police say a driver was stopped for using the HOV lane without a passenger, saying they “admitted to being late for hockey practice.”

The Ontario government says a driver can use the HOV lane if you have at least two people, including the driver.

The fine for improperly using the HOV lane is $110 and 3 demerit points.

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