Bill > HB2892

This bill amends West Virginia's traffic laws to create a new offense called "unlawful traffic interference" which prohibits individuals from impeding vehicular traffic by standing in the roadway or placing objects that block traffic flow. Specifically, the bill adds a new subsection to existing law that makes it illegal for a person to block traffic using their body or objects, unless they have permission from a government authority or the action is allowed by other existing laws. The bill establishes graduated criminal penalties for violations: a first offense can result in a fine up to $100, a second offense within one year can result in a fine up to $200, and third or subsequent offenses can result in a fine up to $500. The bill builds upon existing pedestrian traffic regulations, such as requiring pedestrians to use sidewalks when available and walk facing oncoming traffic when sidewalks are not present. The new provisions appear designed to prevent protests or demonstrations that might disrupt traffic flow, providing law enforcement with a legal mechanism to address such situations.

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