Police Traffic Light Protocol

Summary

In Tennessee, police officers can use emergency lights to pass red lights during emergencies. Misuse for non-emergencies may violate protocol. Officers must generally follow traffic laws unless responding to emergencies. Report suspected misuse to local authorities for review.

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If you see a police officer in Gatlinburg Tennessee illegally cutting into the turn lane to make a corner is that illegal
In Tennessee, police officers generally must follow traffic laws unless they are responding to emergencies. If you believe an officer is not following protocol, you might consider reporting the incident to local authorities for review. Is there anything specific you'd like to know about reporting such incidents?