New Franklin Pedestrians Soliciting Rides ordinance (§ 345.100)
Chapter 345: Pedestrians' Rights and Duties
In short: It is unlawful to stand in a roadway to ask a private vehicle's driver for a ride.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
It shall be unlawful for any person to stand in a roadway for the purpose of soliciting a ride from the operator of any private vehicle.
Official source: New Franklin City Code, page 69 of the city's PDF
Last checked October 30, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.