NYC Administrative Code

§ 19-195.1 — Bicyclist rights and duties at an intersection.

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What is NYC AC § 19-195.1?

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This section outlines the rights and duties of bicyclists at intersections, requiring them to follow pedestrian control signals and yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. The commissioner has the authority to create rules to implement this section. Applies to individuals operating bicycles at intersections.

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§ 19-195.1 Bicyclist rights and duties at an intersection.

AC § 19-195.1

a. Definitions. For purposes of this section, the following terms have the following meanings: Crosswalk. The term "crosswalk" means that part of a roadway, whether marked or unmarked, which is included within the extension of the sidewalk lines between opposite sides of the roadway at an intersection. Intersection. The term "intersection" means the same as such term is defined in section 120 of the vehicle and traffic law or successor provision. Pedestrian. The term "pedestrian" means the same as such term is defined in section 130 of the vehicle and traffic law or successor provision. b. A person operating a bicycle while crossing an intersection shall follow pedestrian control signals except where otherwise indicated by traffic control devices, and provided that such person shall yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk. c. The commissioner may promulgate such rules and regulations necessary to effectuate this section. (L.L. 2019/154, 8/23/2019, eff. 12/21/2019)

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