§ 21962 Bridge Pedestrian Removal Authority

Vehicle Code·California

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This law lets police tell people to leave a bridge or overpass if they think the person is there to throw stuff at cars.

Key Takeaways

•Police can make you leave a bridge if they think you're going to throw things at cars.
•This is to stop people from causing accidents or hurting others.
•You have to listen to the police if they tell you to leave.

Example

A group of kids is standing on a highway overpass with rocks in their hands.

The police can tell them to get off the bridge right away because they might be planning to throw rocks at cars below.

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§ 21962 Bridge Pedestrian Removal Authority

Any peace officer having reasonable cause to believe that any pedestrian is stopped or standing on any bridge or overpass for the purpose of violating Section 23110, may lawfully order such person from the bridge or overpass. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1673.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

peace officer reasonable cause pedestrian bridge or overpass violating Section 23110

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 21962.

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