Can You be Cited for Jaywalking on a Street That is Closed to Traffic
My question involves criminal law for the state of: California
I received a citation for jaywalking (walking in the roadway) on a street that had been barricaded on both ends with sawhorses and marked police cars. Is this a valid citation? Thanks in advance for your help.
Re: Can You be Cited for Jaywalking on a Street That is Closed to Traffic
Yes. You can't cross the street between two intersections controlled by a stop-light or stop-sign. Cities also have local ordinances which, at the very least, increase the fine amount.
Re: Can You be Cited for Jaywalking on a Street That is Closed to Traffic
Ok but is it relevant if the street is barricaded to prevent vehicle traffic?
Re: Can You be Cited for Jaywalking on a Street That is Closed to Traffic
California Vehicle Code section 21955 states: “Between adjacent intersections controlled by traffic control signal devices or by police officers, pedestrians shall not cross the roadway at any place except in a crosswalk.” It does not contain any exceptions for when there is no traffic or traffic is barricaded.