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If a pedestrian carrying a white cane (possibly with a red tip) or using a guide dog is crossing the street, you must

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  • increase your speed and pass the pedestrian quickly.
  • reduce your speed and proceed slowly.
  • come to a complete stop.

Explanation

A pedestrian carrying a white cane or using a guide dog is blind or visually impaired. You should always yield the right-of-way to such pedestrians. Under Florida law, if a pedestrian carrying a white cane or using a guide dog is about to cross the roadway in front of you, you must come to a complete stop and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian. Don't sound your horn because it might startle the pedestrian or the guide dog.

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