HB5348

Relating to pedestrians standing in or near the right of way

Introduced·2/9/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB5348 prohibits pedestrians from standing in roadways or right of ways.

West Virginia HB5348 amends the Code of West Virginia to add a new section prohibiting pedestrians from standing in roadways or right of ways. The bill identifies this as a public safety hazard for both pedestrians and motorists. Violators face misdemeanor charges and escalating fines, up to $500 for third or subsequent offenses.

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History

Feb 9

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 9

House

To Judiciary

Feb 9

House

Introduced in House