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Old 07-13-2021, 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by ThehappypeopleLOL View Post
Florida law 316.130(7) prohibits interfering with a pedestrian lawfully in the crosswalk. If there are no traffic control signals or signs, the driver MUST YIELD to a pedestrian in the crosswalk. To help motorists comply with Florida law The Villages should install crosswalk signs at all crossings for pedestrian safety.
Florida statute 316.130(2) prohibits pedestrians from walking on any paved roadway intended for vehicular traffic when a sidewalk is available. Let's enforce that one first and get these rocket scientists off the cart/bicycle paths.