§ 38-198. Flashing signals.  


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  • 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; or

    (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 such signal only with caution.

(Ord. No. 85-218, § 2, 1995; Code 1985, § 10.05.008; Ord. No. 02-236, § 15, 12-17-2013)

State law reference

Similar provisions, NMSA 1978, § 66-7-107.