Rhode Island § 31-12-7 - Applicability of Traffic Regulations
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§ 31-12-7. Applicability of Traffic Regulations
R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-12-7
§ 31-12-7. Privileges allowed emergency vehicles.
The driver of an authorized emergency vehicle may:
(1) Park or stand, irrespective of the provisions of any law;
(2) Proceed past a red or stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operation;
(3) Exceed the prima facie speed limits so long as he or she does not endanger life or property;
(4) Disregard regulations governing direction of movement or turning in specified directions.
History of Section.
P.L. 1950, ch. 2595, art. 21, § 5; P.L. 1952, ch. 2937, § 11; G.L. 1956, § 31-12-7.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 31-12-7
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 31-12-7 cover?
Section 31-12-7 ("Applicability of Traffic Regulations") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. 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 Rhode Island § 31-12-7?
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Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
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How does Rhode Island § 31-12-7 apply to my situation?
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