In this situation, are you obliged to allow the pedestrian to cross the road?

Description

Art. 26 para. 7 of the Road Traffic Act (Journal of Laws of 2012, item 1137)

Explanation

Correct answer: Yes

Yes, a driver has an absolute duty to give way to a pedestrian on a crossing. The video shows that the pedestrian has already left the refuge island and entered the lane you are travelling in. According to Art. 26 para. 1 of the Road Traffic Act, you must stop your vehicle to allow the pedestrian to cross safely.

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