Vehicle and Traffic Law § 1262 · Article 34-B. Riding Horses
Riding on roadways, shoulders and horse paths
Text — Law content up to date as of October 30, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
§ 1262. Riding on roadways, shoulders and horse paths. (a) Upon all roadways, horses shall be ridden or led either near the right hand curb or edge of the roadway or upon a usable right-hand shoulder, lane or path in such a manner as to prevent undue interference with the flow of traffic.
(b) Persons riding or leading horses upon a roadway shall do so single file.
(c) Any person riding or leading a horse who is entering the roadway from a private road, driveway, alley or over a curb shall bring the horse to a full stop before entering the roadway.
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