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Traffic rules

Traffic Rules for pedestrians  

To act against these rules constitutes a violation

Total Amount of the fine

A pedestrian must cross at an intersection or a crosswalk when there is one in the vicinity; they cannot cross anywhere else.

$37

Before crossing an intersection un-regulated by traffic lights, a pedestrian must make sure there is no risk. At any pedestrian crossing not located at an intersection regulated by traffic lights a pedestrian must, before crossing, make sure that there is no risk.

$37

In the absence of a close by, clearly identified intersection or pedestrian crossing, a pedestrian who crosses the road must yield to vehicles and cyclists.

$37

If there is a crosswalk signal for pedestrians installed at an intersection, the pedestrian must obey it.

If the light is white, a pedestrian can cross the road.

When the light is orange, a pedestrian cannot walk through the crosswalk.

When the light is flashing, a pedestrian who has already started to cross the road must speed up to reach the other side or the security zone.

$37

In the absence of pedestrian signals, the  pedestrian must conform to the traffic lights.

$37

A pedestrian can only cross an intersection diagonally when authorized by a peace officer, a brigadier or a control panel made for this specific purpose. 

$37

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