§ 21-204. Flashing signals

   (a) In general. -- If a flashing red or yellow light is used in a traffic signal or with a traffic sign, it requires obedience by vehicular traffic as provided in this section.

(b) Flashing red (stop signal) -- In general. -- If a red lens is lit with rapid intermittent flashes, the driver of a vehicle shall stop at the near side of the intersection at a clearly marked stop line.

(c) Flashing red (stop signal) -- No clearly marked stop lines. -- If a red lens is lit with rapid intermittent flashes, the driver of a vehicle shall stop at the near side of the intersection, if there is no clearly marked stop line, before entering any crosswalk.

(d) Flashing red (stop signal) -- No crosswalk. -- If a red lens is lit with rapid intermittent flashes, the driver of a vehicle shall stop at the near side of the intersection, if there is no crosswalk, before entering the intersection.

(e) Right to proceed after making stop subject to certain rules. -- The right to proceed after making the stop is subject to the rules applicable after making a stop at a stop sign.

(f) Flashing yellow (caution signal). -- If a yellow lens is lit with rapid intermittent flashes, the driver of a vehicle may proceed through the intersection or past the signal only with caution.

(g) Exception. -- This section does not apply at any railroad grade crossing.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 66 1/2, § 11-204; 1977, ch. 14, § 2; 1986, ch. 472, § 1.