A person who is under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug to a degree which renders him a hazard shall not walk or be upon any roadway or the shoulder of any roadway. Violation of this Code section is a misdemeanor and is punishable upon conviction by a fine not to exceed $500.00.
History. Code 1933, § 68A-505.1, enacted by Ga. L. 1974, p. 633, § 1; Code 1981, § 40-6-96 ; Code 1981, § 40-6-95 , as redesignated by Ga. L. 1990, p. 2048, § 5.
Structure Georgia Code
Title 40 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic
Chapter 6 - Uniform Rules of the Road
Article 5 - Rights and Duties of Pedestrians
§ 40-6-90. Pedestrians to Obey Traffic-Control Devices and Traffic Regulations
§ 40-6-91. Right of Way in Crosswalks
§ 40-6-92. Crossing Roadway Elsewhere Than at Crosswalk
§ 40-6-93. Drivers to Exercise Due Care in Relation to Pedestrians
§ 40-6-94. Right of Way of Blind Pedestrian
§ 40-6-95. Pedestrian Under Influence of Alcohol or Drug
§ 40-6-96. Pedestrians on or Along Roadway
§ 40-6-97. Pedestrians Soliciting
§ 40-6-97.1. Solicitation Permits for Charitable Organizations
§ 40-6-98. Driving Through Safety Zone Prohibited
§ 40-6-99. Pedestrians to Yield to Authorized Emergency Vehicles