Michigan Compiled Laws
300-1949-VI-TRAFFIC-SIGNS-SIGNALS-AND-MARKINGS - Traffic Signs, Signals, and Markings (257.608...257.616a)
Section 257.614 - Flashing Red or Yellow Signals; Violation as Civil Infraction.

Sec. 614.
(1) If flashing red or yellow signals are used, they shall require obedience by vehicular traffic as follows:
(a) Flashing red (stop signal). When a red lens is illuminated by rapid intermittent flashes, drivers of vehicles shall stop before entering the nearest crosswalk at an intersection or at a limit line when marked and the right to proceed shall be subject to the rules applicable after making a stop at a stop sign.
(b) Flashing yellow (caution signal). When a yellow lens is illuminated with rapid intermittent flashes, drivers of vehicles may proceed through the intersection or past the signal only with caution.
(2) A person who violates this section is responsible for a civil infraction.
History: 1949, Act 300, Eff. Sept. 23, 1949 ;-- Am. 1978, Act 510, Eff. Aug. 1, 1979

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Michigan Compiled Laws

Chapter 257 - Motor Vehicles

Act 300 of 1949 - Michigan Vehicle Code (257.1 - 257.923)

300-1949-VI - Chapter VI Obedience to and Effect of Traffic Laws (257.601...257.750)

300-1949-VI-TRAFFIC-SIGNS-SIGNALS-AND-MARKINGS - Traffic Signs, Signals, and Markings (257.608...257.616a)

Section 257.608 - Uniform System of Traffic Control Devices; Manual.

Section 257.609 - Traffic Control Devices; Placement and Maintenance; Restrictions; County Road Commission, Permission, Costs.

Section 257.610 - Traffic Control Devices; Placement and Maintenance by Local Authorities and County Road Commissions; Compliance With Manual; Failure to Comply With Statutory Provisions; Sale, Purchase, or Manufacture of Devices.

Section 257.611 - Traffic Control Devices; Obedience Required; Exception; Avoiding Obedience by Driving on Public or Private Property; Violation as Civil Infraction.