§ 31-13-9. Flashing signals.
Whenever an illuminated flashing red or yellow signal is used in a traffic sign or signal it shall require obedience by vehicular traffic as follows:
(1) Flashing red (stop signal). When a red lens is illuminated with rapid intermittent flashes, drivers of vehicles shall stop before entering the nearest crosswalk at an intersection or at a limit line when marked, or, if none, then before entering the intersection, and the right to proceed shall be subject to the rules applicable after making a stop at a stop sign.
(2) 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.
(3) Flashing green (pedestrian signal). When a green lens is illuminated with rapid intermittent flashes, drivers of vehicles may proceed through the intersection or crosswalk past the signal only with caution.
(4) Violations of this section are subject to fines enumerated in § 31-41.1-4.
History of Section.P.L. 1950, ch. 2595, art. 22, § 7; P.L. 1952, ch. 2937, § 12; G.L. 1956, § 31-13-9; P.L. 2002, ch. 292, § 108.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 31 - Motor and Other Vehicles
Chapter 31-13 - Traffic Control Devices
Section 31-13-1. - State traffic commission — Manual of traffic control devices.
Section 31-13-2. - Devices on state highways.
Section 31-13-3. - Devices on local highways.
Section 31-13-4. - Obedience to devices.
Section 31-13-5. - Signs prerequisite to enforcement of provisions.
Section 31-13-6. - Meaning of traffic control signals.
Section 31-13-7. - Signals at places other than intersections.
Section 31-13-8. - Pedestrian control signals.
Section 31-13-9. - Flashing signals.
Section 31-13-10. - Unauthorized signs and devices prohibited.
Section 31-13-10.1. - Traffic control signal preemption devices.
Section 31-13-11. - Injury to signs and devices.
Section 31-13-12. - Traffic control near road construction and maintenance operation.
Section 31-13-13. - Hospital sign indicating emergency treatment facility.