The fact something is legal doesn't mean it's a smart thing to do. Waiting outside for a skip is the most boring thing you ever imagined. But most times it beats getting schlockered by an unknown.
That's being responsible and thinking about your safety and the other people in the house. Boring isn't always a bad thing:').
Be careful though. Cane thrashing takes a lot of energy for little old ladies. A lot of them are just packing now :')