America is the only place in the world where jaywalking is a crime. The notion there is a correct route between two points is rather bizarre. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaywalking
> Jay-walking is an offense. One may cross only at recognized crossing points if there is one within 100m. If caught by the police, the typical punishment is a
> fine.[citation needed] The same applies to crossing at a red light.
> Kosovo
> It is illegal to cross the road where there are no proper pedestrian signals or signs, resulting in fines of up to 20 Euros.
Furthermore, just because jaywalking itself is not illegal does not imply that pedestrians receive right of way to cross anywhere.
