by Beachwood Police Department
BEACHWOOD, NJ (PUBLIC SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT) – As of mid-morning today, the intersection of Beachwood Blvd. and Birch Street has been transitioned to a four-way stop intersection; please use additional caution as vehicle operators become familiar with the new traffic signage and stop locations.
Our agency will be aggressively monitoring this location for violations and educating the public on the new traffic pattern and the four-way stop rules. This education campaign will be brief as we will then transition to a traffic enforcement campaign.
Rules for a Controlled Intersection:
– Always stop at a multi-way stop or stop intersection. Always yield to the driver on the right if arriving simultaneously at a controlled intersection with regulatory signs, such as a four-way stop. Always yield to any driver already at or in an intersection.
Source: New Jersey Traffic Law Center.
Title 39 violation for “Failing to observe a stop or yield sign” (39:4:144)
– Failing to observe a stop or yield sign can result in a fine of $200 and 15 days in jail. In addition, 2 points will be assessed to your driving record by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Service.