New Jersey § 39:4-144

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-144, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 39:4-144.

No driver of a vehicle or street car shall enter upon or cross an intersecting street

marked with a “stop” sign unless : a. The driver has first brought the vehicle or street car to a complete stop at a point within five feet of the nearest crosswalk or stop line marked upon the pavement at the near side

of the intersecting street and shall proceed only after yielding the right of way

to all vehicular traffic on the intersecting street which is so close as to constitute an immediate

hazard. b. No driver of a vehicle or street car shall enter upon or cross an intersecting street

marked with a “yield right of way” sign without first slowing to a reasonable speed

for existing conditions and visibility, stopping if necessary, and the driver shall

yield the right of way to all vehicular traffic on the intersecting street which is so close as to constitute an immediate

hazard; unless, in either case, the driver is otherwise directed to proceed by a traffic or police officer or traffic control

signal . c. No driver of a vehicle or street car shall turn right at an intersecting street

marked with a “stop” sign or “yield right of way” sign unless the driver stops and

remains stopped for pedestrians crossing the roadway within a marked crosswalk, or

at an unmarked crosswalk, into which the driver is turning.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:4-144

What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-144 cover?

Section 39:4-144 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite New Jersey § 39:4-144?

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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?

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How does New Jersey § 39:4-144 apply to my situation?

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