Stop for Pedestrians in Crosswalk: What It Means & What To Do
What Does the Stop for Pedestrians in Crosswalk Mean?
Stop for pedestrians within the crosswalk. Yield the right-of-way to people on foot.
About This Sign
This sign is placed at mid-block crosswalks and uncontrolled intersections to remind drivers that pedestrians in the crosswalk have the right-of-way.
Where you will see it
This sign is posted at crosswalks in the middle of a block and at intersections with no signal or stop sign. People on foot may step into the crosswalk at any time there.
What to do
- Stop when a pedestrian is in the crosswalk.
- Wait until the crosswalk is clear before you drive on.
- Watch the crosswalk edges for people about to cross.
A common mistake
Drivers sometimes think they only need to stop if a person is directly in front of their car. Pedestrians anywhere in the crosswalk have the right-of-way.
What to remember for the test
Remember where it appears: mid-block crosswalks and uncontrolled intersections. The answer is to stop and yield to people on foot in the crosswalk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Stop for Pedestrians in Crosswalk mean?
Stop for pedestrians within the crosswalk. Yield the right-of-way to people on foot.
What shape and color is the Stop for Pedestrians in Crosswalk?
The Stop for Pedestrians in Crosswalk uses the Rectangle (vertical) shape and White with black/red coloring.
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