(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.
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