(a) The driver of a vehicle approaching a physically disabled pedestrian who is carrying a white or metallic-colored cane, or using special equipment for mobility, or using a service animal, shall take precautions necessary to avoid injury to the pedestrian or the service animal. A driver who fails to take necessary precautions and, as a result, causes injury to the pedestrian or the service animal, or causes property damage, is liable for the injury or damage caused.

Terms Used In Alaska Statutes 09.65.150

(b) In this section

(1) “physically disabled pedestrian” means a person who has a physical condition that limits the person’s ability to function as a pedestrian without the assistance of another person, a service animal, a cane, or other equipment or device;
(2) “service animal” means a dog guide or other animal that assists a physically disabled person to function as a pedestrian.
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