Bicyclists operating on the sidewalk generally have the rights and responsibilities of pedestrians, either by statute or by common law.

• Most States permit sidewalk bicycling in some circumstances.
• Most States permit local governments to restrict sidewalk bicycling by sign or by ordinance.
• Many States prohibit sidewalk riding in business districts.
• Some local governments permit only children (typically 12 or under) to ride on sidewalks.
• A person pushing a bicycle is considered a pedestrian.