Jump the lights
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Safety Risk
Indicates dangerous behavior, as it can lead to accidents. 
She knew to jump the lights could cause a crash but was in a hurry.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Usage
Primarily used in informal conversations rather than formal writing. 
In casual chat, someone might say, 'I saw a driver jump the lights!'
Pro Tip 3/3UK Specific
Mostly used in the UK, not as common in American English. 
When in London, he heard people say 'jump the lights' often.