Regulatory signMUTCD R1-1Octagon · red

Stop Sign

What it means

Come to a complete stop.

What you should do

Stop completely at the line, crosswalk or intersection edge, then go only when the way is clear.

Stop sign (MUTCD R1-1)

Don't confuse it with

All Way (plaque) sign
All Way (plaque) (R1-3P)Every direction at this intersection must stop.
Yield sign
Yield (R1-2)Slow down and give the right-of-way to other traffic and pedestrians.
Stop Ahead sign
Stop Ahead (W3-1)A stop sign is ahead.

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