Rhode Island § 31-13-8 - Traffic Control Devices
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§ 31-13-8. Traffic Control Devices
R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-13-8
§ 31-13-8. Pedestrian control signals.
Whenever special pedestrian control signals exhibiting the words “walk” or “wait” or “don’t walk” are in place the signals shall indicate as follows:
(1) Walk. Pedestrians facing the signal may proceed across the roadway in the direction of the signal and shall be given the right-of-way by the drivers of all vehicles.
(2) Wait or don’t walk. No pedestrian shall start to cross the roadway in the direction of the signal, but any pedestrian who has partially completed his or her crossing on the walk signal, shall proceed to a sidewalk or safety island while the “wait” or “don’t walk” signal is showing.
History of Section.
P.L. 1950, ch. 2595, art. 22, § 6; G.L. 1956, § 31-13-8.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 31-13-8
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 31-13-8 cover?
Section 31-13-8 ("Traffic Control Devices") 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.
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