The bill proposes to repeal the existing section 304.281 of Missouri law and replace it with a new section that outlines the rules and penalties related to red light violations. The new section clarifies the meanings of traffic signals, including green, yellow, and red indications for both vehicular traffic and pedestrians. It specifies the actions required by drivers and pedestrians when facing these signals, including yielding the right-of-way and stopping at intersections. Additionally, it addresses situations where traffic control signals are placed outside of intersections. One significant change in the bill is the adjustment of penalties for violations of this section. The violation is reclassified from a class C misdemeanor to a class B misdemeanor, with an increase to a class A misdemeanor if a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle operated in violation of the section. This change aims to enhance the consequences for drivers who fail to adhere to traffic signals, particularly in cases where pedestrian safety is compromised.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (6469H.01): 304.281