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Pedestrian Safety

Pedestrian Safety Laws state:

  • Pedestrians should keep to the left shoulder and face traffic where there are no sidewalks.
  • When a sidewalk is present, pedestrians must not walk on the highway.
  • Obey all traffic markers, such as "Walk/Don't Walk" signals, stop signs, and traffic lights.
  • Pedestrians should cross at intersections, using a crosswalk if one is provided.
  • Carry a light or reflector if you walk along a highway at night.
  • Watch for turning cars before crossing at an intersection.
  • Avoid leaving the curb suddenly, walking, or running into the path of a vehicle.
  • Pedestrians have right-of-way when crossing at an intersection with a signal, crosswalk, sidewalks that cross alleys or driveways, or if blind with a cane or guide animal.
  • Pedestrians must yield right-of-way when crossing outside a crosswalk at an intersection, or where crossovers are provided.
  • Pedestrians must yield right-of-way when crossing the roadway where a pedestrian tunnel or overhead crossing is provided.
  • Pedestrians must not walk on a highway when under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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