Traffic rules
Pedestrian crossing rules
Understand your responsibilities at pedestrian crossings. Learn when to stop, how to protect pedestrians, and avoid costly mistakes.
Pedestrian Right of Way
Pedestrians in crosswalks generally have the right of way. You must stop and wait for them to cross completely.
Types of Crossings
There are marked crosswalks with painted lines and unmarked crosswalks at intersections. Both require yielding to pedestrians.
Key points
- 01Always yield to pedestrians in crosswalks
- 02Stop before the crosswalk, not on it
- 03Wait for pedestrians to completely cross
- 04Do not pass vehicles stopped for pedestrians
Pro tips
- Scan for pedestrians well in advance
- Be extra careful near schools and parks
- Watch for pedestrians between parked cars
Common mistakes to avoid
- Not stopping for pedestrians in crosswalks
- Stopping on the crosswalk itself
- Passing another vehicle stopped for pedestrians
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