Tenn. Code § 55-50-412

Current through Acts 2023-2024, ch. 1069
Section 55-50-412 - Approaching and driving over a railroad highway grade crossing
(a) It is unlawful for the operator of a commercial motor vehicle to fail to:
(1) Slow down and check that the railroad highway grade crossing is clear of an approaching train, if the driver is not required by § 55-8-147 to always stop at the crossing;
(2) Stop before reaching the railroad highway grade crossing, if the tracks are not clear, if the driver is not required to always stop, pursuant to § 55-8-147;
(3) Have sufficient space to drive completely through the railroad highway grade crossing without stopping; or
(4) Negotiate a railroad highway grade crossing because of insufficient undercarriage clearance.
(b) A violation of this section is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine only.

T.C.A. § 55-50-412

Acts 2001, ch. 110, § 4.