If a law enforcement officer directs you to go through an intersection with a red traffic light without stopping, you should:
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Report the law enforcement officer to the relevant authorities.
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Go through the intersection without stopping.
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Stop until the light turns green.
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Signal and proceed cautiously through the intersection.
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Explanation
Law enforcement officers have authority over traffic control devices. When a law enforcement officer directs you to proceed through an intersection with a red traffic light without stopping, you should follow their instructions. This is because their directions must be obeyed even if they are contrary to signs or traffic signals.
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