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Originally Posted by Skip
Excellent question (and example)....
According to RSA 215-C:8, Section III, you must yield TO ALL motor vehicle traffic when crossing a road at a recognized crossing. I have attached the pertinent information below:
X. A person may operate a snowmobile across any public way where the operation of said snowmobile is not otherwise prohibited by law, but said person shall comply with the following provisions:
(a) The crossing shall be made at an angle of approximately 90 degrees to the direction of the public way and at a place where no obstruction prevents a quick and safe crossing;
(b) The operator shall bring the snowmobile to a complete stop before crossing the shoulder or, if none, the public way, before proceeding;
(c) The operator shall yield the right of way to all motor vehicle traffic on such public way which constitutes an immediate hazard to such crossing; and
(d) The operator shall possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license or shall have successfully completed the approved snowmobile or OHRV safety training course.
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For the record I fell in line with all of these, and yielded to both east and west traffic. I would argue solar glare and speed factored in, in his inability to see me and slow down or stop. Having been a former police office and now insurance agent, any reconstruction team would tell you that if you see no skid marks or signs of slowing, chances are they were distracted.