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Liberace was jaywalking across Ventura Boulevard in February 1954, and when he ignored his ticket, a warrant was issued for him too.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2021

Nancy Moore was jaywalking in the middle of the 800 block of Harden Street in Five Points, trying to get to Eckerd drugstore.

From Washington Times • May 6, 2018

Cain suffered a broken nose and a concussion, said Burris, who has contested allegations that Cain was jaywalking.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 6, 2018

The officer told him that he was jaywalking and was being detained.

From Salon • Sep. 5, 2014