At an unsignalized crosswalk, a pedestrian signals to cross.

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At an unsignalized crosswalk, a pedestrian signals to cross.

Pedestrians have the right of way in crosswalks. When someone signals they intend to cross at an unsignalized crosswalk, you must stop and yield to that pedestrian. You may proceed only after the pedestrian has finished crossing and the way is clear. This keeps the crossing safe and predictable for the pedestrian. Choosing to proceed without stopping would ignore the pedestrian’s right of way and create a hazard. Speeding up to “beat” the crossing is dangerous and could cause a collision. Honking might startle the pedestrian and doesn’t authorize you to go.

Pedestrians have the right of way in crosswalks. When someone signals they intend to cross at an unsignalized crosswalk, you must stop and yield to that pedestrian. You may proceed only after the pedestrian has finished crossing and the way is clear. This keeps the crossing safe and predictable for the pedestrian.

Choosing to proceed without stopping would ignore the pedestrian’s right of way and create a hazard. Speeding up to “beat” the crossing is dangerous and could cause a collision. Honking might startle the pedestrian and doesn’t authorize you to go.

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