This bill proposes to amend the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 28-798, which establishes specific regulations regarding pedestrian behavior on traffic medians and islands. Under the new law, pedestrians would be prohibited from remaining on painted traffic medians or raised traffic islands that are less than ten feet wide, except when crossing from one side of the street to the other.

Additionally, the bill outlines exceptions to this rule, allowing individuals to remain on such medians or islands if they are facing an exigent circumstance, such as a medical emergency or vehicle issue, or if the median or island is equipped with structures like paths, sidewalks, or benches that are designed for pedestrian use. The current statutes remain unchanged, with the new provisions serving to clarify and enhance pedestrian rights and duties in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-798