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Utah House approves 90-second ‘red-light’ affirmative defense allowing cautious passage when signals fail
Summary
The House passed a bill creating an affirmative defense for motorists who stop, wait 90 seconds when a signal fails to detect them, and then cautiously proceed if no other road user is present. Supporters called it common-sense; critics cited safety and DOT concerns. Vote: 39–34.
The Utah House on Feb. 25 approved the third substitute to House Bill 151, creating a limited affirmative defense for drivers who encounter a signal that fails to cycle.
Sponsor Representative Ivory said the measure provides a “common sense clause” for motorists who come to a complete stop, wait 90 seconds when the signal does not detect their vehicle and then cautiously enter the intersection if no other vehicle or pedestrian is…
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