A. Direction Of Traffic:
1. Officers of the police department or such officers as are assigned by the chief of police are authorized to direct all traffic by voice, hand, mechanical signals or signs in conformance with the provisions of this title.
2. In the event of a fire or other "emergency" as defined in section 7-1-4 of this title, or other unusual traffic conditions, to expedite traffic or safeguard pedestrians, officers of the police department or fire department may direct and take control of traffic as conditions may require and, as near as practicable, follow the general provisions of this title.
3. Officers of the fire department, when at the scene of a fire or other emergency, may direct or assist the police in directing traffic thereat or in the immediate vicinity. (1997 Code § 15-1801)
B. Obedience To Police And Fire Officials: No person shall wilfully fail or refuse to comply with any lawful order or direction of a police officer or fire department official. (1997 Code § 15-1804)
C. Direction By Unauthorized Person: No person shall direct or attempt to direct traffic except police officers and other officers authorized by the city. (1997 Code § 15-1802)