The failure of a blind person to use a service animal or to carry a cane or walking stick which is predominantly white or metallic in color, with or without red tip, shall not be construed as evidence of comparative or contributory negligence in any negligence action. As used in this section, 'service animal' has the same meaning as provided in section 22-345.(P.A. 73-279, S. 4; P.A. 24-18, S. 13.)History: P.A. 24-18 replaced 'guide dog' with 'service animal' and defined 'service animal', effective July 1, 2024.See Sec. 1-1f for definitions of 'blind' and 'physically disabled'.Cited. 211 C. 555.
Connecticut Legal Code
§ 52-175a
Connecticut Title 52 — Connecticut law
Source: https://www.cga.ct.gov/current/pub/chap_899.htm#sec_52-175a· Version 2026