The authority to overrule a traffic signal is generally held by law enforcement officers such as police officers, state troopers, and crossing guards. These authorized personnel can use hand signals or other means to direct traffic, which overrules traffic lights, signs, and other traffic rules at intersections or in special situations like road works or emergencies. Key points:
- Police officers and state troopers can overrule traffic signals with hand signals or directives.
- Crossing guards also have the authority to control and overrule traffic signals, especially near schools or in development areas.
- Hand signals or directions from authorized persons take priority over all traffic lights, signs, and rules.
- This power is used in situations like traffic control at intersections, roadworks, or accident scenes where normal signals need to be temporarily overridden.
In summary, crossing guards, police officers, and state troopers can all overrule a traffic signal through authorized hand signals or directives.
