I do. I think it's a cultural thing, people around here tend to not respect the rules very much, myself included.
I must admit this behavior is less frequent in the busiest streets in town but even there it's no rare sight.
In France jaywalking doesn't exist in law, and cars are always required to give way to pedestrians crossing or looking to cross. The only thing to be aware of is, if you cross less than 50 meters away from a crossing, and there is an accident, the driver's insurance may not be liable.
I must admit this behavior is less frequent in the busiest streets in town but even there it's no rare sight.
In France jaywalking doesn't exist in law, and cars are always required to give way to pedestrians crossing or looking to cross. The only thing to be aware of is, if you cross less than 50 meters away from a crossing, and there is an accident, the driver's insurance may not be liable.