Rhode Island § 31-18-20 - Pedestrians
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 31-18-20 — Pedestrians, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-18-20. Pedestrians
R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-18-20
§ 31-18-20. Wheelchairs — Rights and duties.
(a) Every person operating a wheelchair upon a sidewalk or roadway shall be granted all the rights and shall be subject to all the duties applicable to a pedestrian.
(b) Every person riding a motorized wheelchair on a bicycle lane, trail or path shall be granted all the rights and shall be subject to all the duties applicable to the driver of a bicycle operating on a bicycle lane trail or path except: (1) when those rights or duties, by their very nature, can have no application; or (2) as otherwise specifically provided under chapters 1 — 27 of this title.
History of Section.
P.L. 1985, ch. 116, § 2; P.L. 1996, ch. 337, § 2; P.L. 2005, ch. 64, § 4; P.L. 2005,
ch. 67, § 4.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 31-18-20
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 31-18-20 cover?
Section 31-18-20 ("Pedestrians") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Rhode Island § 31-18-20?
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Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Rhode Island official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Rhode Island attorney.
How does Rhode Island § 31-18-20 apply to my situation?
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Sources & Verification
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