Who has the right of way at a crosswalk, whether marked or unmarked?

Pedestrians generally have the right of way at crosswalks, whether marked with painted lines or unmarked (such as at an intersection without paint). Drivers must yield to pedestrians who are crossing or about to cross, slowing or stopping as needed to let them pass safely. This is especially important near schools, in business districts, and wherever foot traffic is common. Even where a pedestrian crosses improperly, drivers must try to avoid hitting them. Yielding to pedestrians at crosswalks protects the most vulnerable road users and is a core right-of-way rule of the road.