§ 21-510. Pedestrians to yield right-of-way to emergency vehicles
(a) In general. — A pedestrian who crosses a roadway shall yield the right-of-way to any approaching emergency vehicle that is using audible and visual signals that meet the requirements of § 22-218 of this article.
(b) Police vehicles using audible signal. — A pedestrian who crosses a roadway shall yield the right-of-way to any approaching police vehicle that is lawfully using an audible signal.
(c) Driver not relieved from duty of care. — This section does not relieve the driver of an emergency vehicle from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons.
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Similar Law in Other Jurisdictions
- Connecticut: Sec. 14-300c. Pedestrian use of roads and sidewalks. Required to yield to emergency vehicle
- Washington: RCW 46.61.264: Pedestrians and personal delivery devices yield to emergency vehicles