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Walking on a highway median guarantees a citation

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If you decide to take a leisurely stroll down the grassy strip separating speeding lanes, expect flashing lights to pull up quickly. Authorities strongly prefer you do not play real-life Frogger on interstate roadways.

Walking on a highway median guarantees a citation
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