Bicyclists in Crosswalks

Question

Debbie asked: Is there a law that you are supposed to walk your bike through the crosswalk and not ride it?

Answer

There is no state law that requires a cyclist to dismount in a crosswalk.  In fact, the applicable statute states that cyclists riding in the crosswalk have the same rights and duties they have while on a sidewalk.

s. 316.2065 – Bicycle Regulations

(10)  A person propelling a vehicle by human power upon and along a sidewalk, or across a roadway and along a crosswalk, has all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances.

I am aware of one situation in which there is a local ordinance that requires dismounting before crossing a roadway in a crosswalk.  You should check with your local authorities for such regulations.