Disregard Lane Control Signal
Disregard traffic control device tickets in Texas are one of the more common types of violations our traffic ticket attorneys defend on a daily basis. There are so many types of traffic control devices that there is an entire manual of devices that are used to control traffic. To see the manual for traffic control devices, click here. The issues on whether a traffic control device are considered properly placed, legible and understandable are all keys to understanding whether or not a case like this will be dismissed at trial. In many cases, the best option would be to make sure that the case does not impact a person’s driving record as these are considered moving violations in Texas. That means that if the case becomes a conviction it could impact a person’s driving privileges and/or insurance rates. To discuss your particular situation in regards to a ticket for disregard traffic control device, feel free to contact our traffic ticket attorneys today at 214-321-4105.
The Statute – Texas Transportation Code
Sec. 544.004. COMPLIANCE WITH TRAFFIC-CONTROL DEVICE. (a) The operator of a vehicle or streetcar shall comply with an applicable official traffic-control device placed as provided by this subtitle unless the person is:
(1) otherwise directed by a traffic officer, police officer, or escort flagger; or
(2) operating an authorized emergency vehicle and is subject to exceptions under this subtitle.
(b) A provision of this subtitle requiring an official traffic-control device may not be enforced against an alleged violator if at the time and place of the alleged violation the device is not in proper position and sufficiently legible to an ordinarily observant person. A provision of this subtitle that does not require an official traffic-control device is effective regardless of whether a device is in place.
