Requirements for commercial motor vehicles approaching railroad grade crossing--Violation as misdemeanor

The driver of any commercial motor vehicle, as defined in subdivision 32-12A-1(5), when approaching a railroad grade crossing shall: (1) If not required to stop pursuant to § 32-29-5 , slow down when approaching a crossing and check that the railroad tracks are clear of an approaching train before proceeding; (2) If not required to stop pursuant to § 32-29-5 , stop before reaching a crossing if the railroad tracks are not clear; (3) Refrain from proceeding through a crossing if sufficient space is not available to drive completely through the crossing without stopping; and (4) Ensure there is sufficient undercarriage clearance before negotiating a crossing. A violation of the provisions of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor. Source: SL 2013, ch 149, § 2.