New Jersey · New Jersey Revised Statutes — Title 39, Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation

N.J.S.A. Title 39 § 39:4-66.2: Avoidance of traffic control signal, sign; violations, penalties

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Drivers cannot operate motor vehicles on non-road property to avoid traffic control signals or signs, except emergency or police-directed vehicles. Violation carries a fine of $50–$200, up to 15 days imprisonment, or both.

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