Delaware · Delaware Code — Title 21, Motor Vehicles

Del. Code (Title 21) § 4198J: Bicycling on highways under influence of drugs or alcohol

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

A person cannot ride a bicycle on a state highway while impaired by alcohol or drugs to a degree that creates a hazard. Conviction carries fines and possible jail time for repeat offenses within two years.

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