Jaywalking decriminalized in NYC to end racial disparities in enforcement, allowing pedestrians to cross streets freely.

NEW YORK (AP) — Jaywalking — that time-honored practice of crossing the street outside of the crosswalk or against the traffic light — is now legal in New York City. Legislation passed by the City Council last month officially became law over the weekend after Mayor Eric Adams declined to take action — either by […]

Jaywalking -- that time-honored practice of crossing the street outside of the crosswalk or against the traffic light -- is now legal in New York City. Legislation passed by the City Council last month officially became law over the weekend after Mayor Eric Adams declined to take action -- either…

The new law permits pedestrians in New York City to cross a roadway at any point, including outside of a crosswalk