Pedestrian flashing dont walk — North Dakota Permit Test

Pedestrian flashing dont walk on the North Dakota permit test — 2 rules, each with the reason behind it and a question on it while it is fresh.

The rules

In North Dakota, a pedestrian may not start to cross the roadway on a flashing Don't Walk signal.

The flashing signal means the light is about to change, and someone who steps out then can be caught mid-road as traffic starts.

Do not start to cross the roadway on a flashing “Don’t Walk” signal.

North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual, p.37

If the Don't Walk signal starts flashing when you are already in the intersection, move on to the other side at a normal pace.

Turning back or freezing in the road confuses drivers, while walking on at a steady pace keeps you where they expect you.

If you are already in the intersection, move to the other side at a normal pace.

North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual, p.37

On the test

You are on the curb and the Don't Walk signal starts flashing. What should you do?

Stay on the curb and wait. The flashing signal means the light is about to change, and someone who steps out then can be caught mid-road as traffic starts. North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual, p.37: “Do not start to cross the roadway on a flashing “Don’t Walk” signal.”

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Where these come from

Every rule here is checked against North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual, published by the North Dakota Department of Transportation, and against the state code itself. Last checked 2026-10-04.