Under what circumstances is it permissible to navigate around or beneath a railroad crossing gate?
It is illegal and extremely dangerous to bypass a lowered railroad crossing gate by driving around or beneath it. You should wait until the gate is fully raised before crossing, ensuring the tracks are clear in both directions and there are no oncoming trains, safeguarding everyone on the road.
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