Tex. Transp. Code Section 552.002
Pedestrian Right-of-way if Control Signal Present


(a)

A pedestrian control signal displaying “Walk,” “Don’t Walk,” or “Wait” applies to a pedestrian as provided by this section.

(b)

A pedestrian facing a “Walk” signal may proceed across a roadway in the direction of the signal, and the operator of a vehicle shall stop and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian.

(c)

A pedestrian may not start to cross a roadway in the direction of a “Don’t Walk” signal or a “Wait” signal. A pedestrian who has partially crossed while the “Walk” signal is displayed shall proceed to a sidewalk or safety island while the “Don’t Walk” signal or “Wait” signal is displayed.
Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Amended by:
Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 944 (S.B. 1055), Sec. 4, eff. September 1, 2021.

Source: Section 552.002 — Pedestrian Right-of-way if Control Signal Present, https://statutes.­capitol.­texas.­gov/Docs/TN/htm/TN.­552.­htm#552.­002 (accessed Apr. 20, 2024).

Accessed:
Apr. 20, 2024

§ 552.002’s source at texas​.gov