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In the US, STOP signs are Octagonal (8 sided), with a bright red background and white letters saying STOP.

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Is a stop sign a traffic control device in Illinois?

Yes, a stop sign is a traffic control device in Illinois.


A traffic sign which is used to control traffic is called a what?

traffic signal.


What are traffic control device?

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What's a stop sign classified as?

A traffic control device.


What is the job where you hold the stop and slow sign?

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What does Obedience to Traffic Control Devices mean?

It means failing to obey any type of traffic control device (stop sign, do not enter sign, semaphore/stop light). If you received a citation for failing to obey a traffic control device it means you didn't stop at a stop sign completely, your drove through a red light, etc.


What does Obedience to Traffic-Control Devices mean?

It means failing to obey any type of traffic control device (stop sign, do not enter sign, semaphore/stop light). If you received a citation for failing to obey a traffic control device it means you didn't stop at a stop sign completely, your drove through a red light, etc.


What does disobeyed traffic control device mean?

It's fancy wording for one of two things. (1) You ran a stop sign. (2) You ran a red light. Either one is a traffic violation, and gets you a ticket. Any device that can legally be used to control traffic such as a sign or a flashing light is also a traffic control device.


Is a stop sign a traffic control device?

Yes, it is classified as a 'passive' device.


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How do you get a sign posted ina residential area?

It depends on the type of sign you seek. For a traffic control or advisory sign, contact your local road maintenance agency and request it,


Who do I contact to request a stop sign?

Best bet is City Hall, traffic division.