§ 21–511
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Transp. § 21-511 (2026)
Title 21. Vehicle Laws -- Rules of the Road
Subtitle 5. Pedestrians' Rights and Rules
§ 21–511LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to:
(1)
A blind or partially blind pedestrian using a guide dog or carrying a cane predominantly white or metallic in color (with or without a red tip);
(2)
A deaf or hearing impaired pedestrian accompanied by a guide dog; or
(3)
A mobility impaired individual crossing a roadway while using any of the following mobility-assisted devices:
(i)
A manual or motorized wheelchair;
(ii)
A motorized scooter;
(iii)
Crutches; or
(iv)
A cane.
(b)
A person who is not blind or partially blind may not use or carry a white cane, a cane that is white tipped with red, or a chrome, nickel, aluminum, or other reflecting or shining metal cane, in the manner described in subsection (a)(1) of this section.