Who has the right of way when a pedestrian is in a marked crosswalk?

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When a pedestrian is in a marked crosswalk, you must yield to them and come to a stop if necessary to let them cross. This gives pedestrians the right of way in the crosswalk, so you should wait until they have cleared the lane before you proceed. This rule applies even if you have a green light or are turning, and even if the pedestrian seems to be moving slowly or isn’t looking your way. Honking to push a pedestrian out of the way isn’t appropriate or safe. In short, drivers must stop and let pedestrians finish crossing in marked crosswalks, not claim priority or rely on signals or intimidation to change the situation.