DIVISION 11. RULES OF THE ROAD 21000-23336›CHAPTER 5. Pedestrians’ Rights and Duties 21949-21971

§ 21952

California Vehicle Code · 2020-11 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California

The driver of any motor vehicle, prior to driving over or upon any sidewalk, shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian approaching thereon.

(Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)

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