Horses on the Road
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-293a — riders follow the traffic rules, and drivers slow down near a horse
Anyone riding a horse or other animal on a public highway must follow the motor vehicle rules unless they clearly do not apply, and the same fines apply to a rider as to a motor vehicle for the same violation.
Who handles this in Connecticut: legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Connecticut directory.
| A driver near a rider | What the law requires |
|---|---|
| A driver near a riderApproaching | What the law requiresSlow down appropriately, or stop if needed, to avoid endangering the rider or frightening or striking the horse |
| A driver near a riderNoise | What the law requiresNo horn or loud or unusual noise that startles or frightens the horse |
A particular ticket is a question for a licensed Connecticut attorney.
Sources for this section (2)
- Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-293a — Riding animals on highways
- Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-293b — Responsibilities of motor vehicle operators when approaching equestrians
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Connecticut attorney.