When a stop line is present at a stop sign, drivers must stop:
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At least 10 feet before the line.
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Only if pedestrians are in the crosswalk.
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Only if the traffic signal turns red.
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At the line.
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Explanation
Stop lines are white lines painted across the pavement at intersections to indicate where drivers should stop. These lines are typically positioned about four feet before a crosswalk in urban areas. Drivers must stop at the stop line (when present), rather than at the stop sign or traffic signal.
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