In all fifty states, the law requires drivers to yield the right of way when they see a white cane or dog guide. Only the blind may carry white canes. Certified dog guides (in harness) are allowed in all public places including: grocery stores, restaurants and hospitals. You see more blind persons today walking alone, not because there are more of us, but because more of us have learned to make our own way.
These points were compiled by the MSU Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities with assistance from the American Council of the Blind and the National Federation of the Blind. For more information contact RCPD at (517) 353-9642 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.