Rev. Missouri has no helmet law. When operating upon a one-way highway having 2 or more lanes available for traffic may ride as near the left-hand edge or curb of the roadway as practicable. North Dakota prohibits any person from driving any vehicle, including a bicycle, upon a sidewalk or sidewalk area except upon a permanent or duly authorized temporary driveway. Stat. One study from Sweden found average travel speeds for e-bikes to be over 5 miles per hour faster than for traditional bicycles (14 mph versus 8.7 mph). No law was found in Indiana that requires persons opening the door of a motor vehicle to do so in a reasonably safe manner that does not interfere with the movement of traffic. A surcharge shall be imposed equivalent to one hundred per cent of the fine established or imposed for the violation of certain laws regulating the right of way at intersections when the driver of a vehicle fails to grant or yield the right-of-way to a person riding a bicycle. A person shall not knowingly project any object or substance at or against a person riding a bicycle on a highway. Connecticut requires that any person fifteen years of age or under riding a bicycle, as an operator or passenger, must wear a protective bicycle helmet. Riding on parts of a roadway separated for the exclusive use of bicycles, including, but not limited to, contra-flow bicycle lanes, left-handed cycle tracks or bicycle lanes on one-way streets and two-way cycle tracks or bicycle lanes. North Dakota does not specifically provide for local authorities to regulate the operation of bicycles or require registration of bicycles, although such authorities may regulate the operation of bicycles through the exercise of their other legal powers. Nevertheless bicycles should not be operated while intoxicated. There are currently no national standards for laws protecting vulnerable road users, but the League of American Bicyclists has drafted a Model Vulnerable Road User statute,which you can findhere. There are currently no national standards for laws protecting vulnerable road users, but the League of American Bicyclists has drafted a Model Vulnerable Road User statute, which you can find here. In Arkansas, a person operating a bicycle approaching a stop shall shall: slow down; if required to avoid an immediate hazard, stop at the stop sign before entering the intersection; and cautiously enter the intersection and yield the right-of-way to pedestrians lawfully within an adjacent crosswalk and to other traffic lawfully using the intersection. Stat. Except for a bicycle or device propelled by human power, a person may not operate a vehicle on a sidewalk or sidewalk area other than on a driveway. give an audible signal before overtaking and passing a pedestrian; A person may not operate a bicycle on a sidewalk, path, trail, or across a roadway in a crosswalk, where prohibited by a traffic-control device or ordinance; A person operating a bicycle on a sidewalk, path, trail, or across a roadway on a crosswalk may not operate at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the existing conditions, giving regard to the actual and potential hazards then existing; Except as otherwise provided, a person operating a bicycle on a sidewalk, path, or trail, or across a roadway on a crosswalk, has all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances; and. The laws regulating the operation of bicycles in the state of Iowa are generally found in Title VIII, Chapter 321 of the Iowa Code (Iowa Code), available here http://search.legis.state.ia.us/nxt/gateway.dll/ic?f=templates&fn=default.htm. Source: N/A, Alaska does not offer Share the Road license plates at this time. The holder of an intermediate license may not operate a moving motor vehicle while using a wireless communications device unless the holder is using the device to report illegal activity, summon medical or other emergency help, or prevent injury to a person or property. Virginia currently has the following laws aimed at distracted driving, subject to limited exceptions: Source: Va. Code Ann. Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries Compilation of laws: Explanation of Bicycling Under the Influence in Massachusetts: Rules of the Road Manual (Bicycling information begins on page 27 of the pdf): A person shall not read, manually type, or send a text message on a wireless 2-way communication device that is located in the person's hand or in the person's lap, including a wireless telephone, while operating a motor vehicle that is moving on a highway or street. Source: Vt. Stat. Mississippi does not define who is a "vulnerable road user," but has several statutes aimed at protecting bicyclists specifically. A person riding a bicycle upon a sidewalk, bicycle path, or across a roadway upon and along crosswalk lawfully used by pedestrians shall give audible signal before overtaking and passing such pedestrian; A person shall not ride a bicycle upon a sidewalk in a business district, when use of a sidewalk is prohibited by official traffic-control devices or when a usable bicycle-only lane has been provided adjacent to the sidewalk; A person shall not ride a bicycle upon and along a sidewalk, or across a roadway upon and along a crosswalk, where such use of bicycles is prohibited by official traffic-control devices; and. Doesn't exceed 50 cc. Nebraska does not offer Share the Road license plates at this time. The laws regulating the operation of bicycles in the state of New Jersey are generally found in Chapter 39 of the New Jersey Permanent Statutes (N.J. Stat. Vermont requires that no person open the door of a motor vehicle on the side nearest to moving traffic unless it is reasonably safe to do so and can be done without interfering with the movement of traffic. When reasonably necessary to avoid conditions that make it unsafe to continue along the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway, including a lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane; When approaching a place where a right turn is authorized; and. The driver proximately causes the death, great bodily harm, or substantial bodily harm of a vulnerable user of a public way. West Virginia requires that every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable, exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction. 21-1205.1. 47 11-901b; 11-901c; 6-105. Louisiana does not require that bicyclists use any lane or path other than a normal vehicular traffic lane. In Nevada, bicycles are not defined as vehicles. If the violation results in the death of another person, the person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000.00, in addition to any other penalties prescribed by law. A bicycle may be ridden far enough to the left to prevent overtaking vehicles from attempting to pass in the same lane; (d) Approaching an intersection or driveway where right-turn movements are permitted. Idaho requires that a bicyclist, traveling at a speed less than the speed of traffic, must ride as close as practicable to the right-hand edge of the roadway except under any of the following circumstances: Idaho allows bicycles to operate on sidewalks subject to the following rules: Idaho does not require that bicyclists use any lane or path other than a normal vehicular traffic lane. For more information on such plates please visit: http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/DMV/Pages/vehicle/platenonprof.aspx. A motorized bike is a bicycle that has a motor attached that powers the wheels, either independently or to assist while the rider is pedalling. ), available here: http://www.lrc.ky.gov/search.htm. Ohio requires that a bicyclist ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable obeying all traffic rules applicable to vehicles and exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction. Wyoming does not have any vulnerable road user laws at this time. A person shall not ride a bicycle upon a sidewalk in a business district unless permitted by official traffic-control devices, or when a usable bicycle-only lane is available adjacent to the sidewalk. This offense is committed if, under circumstances not constituting negligent driving in the first degree: A person found to have committed negligent driving in the second degree with a vulnerable user victim shall be required to: Alternatively, a person found to have committed negligent driving in the second degree with a vulnerable user victim may elect to have a hearing where a reduced monetary penalty and traffic school may be imposed. tit. The District of Columbia does not offer Share the Road license plates at this time. An electric personal assistive mobility device;11. These include: Source: S.C. Code Ann. When any town license is required, the license shall be in lieu of any license required by any county ordinance. Bicycles should not be operated while intoxicated and operating a bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substances may result in severe punishments. Maine does not offer Share the Road license plates at this time. ), available here: http://www.leg.state.or.us/ors/. Nevertheless bicycles should not be operated while intoxicated. New Mexico does not have a law that sets a specific distance for a motor vehicle overtaking a bicycle. A convicted person for the charge can be fined no more than $2,000 and additionally may be ordered to participate in a motor vehicle safety course, and perform up to 150 hours of community service. ), available here http://www.malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleXIV/Chapter85/Section11B. There are currently no national standards for laws protecting vulnerable road users, but the League of American Bicyclists has drafted a Model Vulnerable Road User statute,which you can findhere. Bodily injury is a $200 fine. tit. North Carolina currently has the following laws aimed at distracted driving, subject to limited exceptions: Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. Delaware Bicycle Council Bike Law resources: Compilation of Bicycle Laws from Delaware Code: Distracted driving, meaning inattentive driving while operating a motor vehicle that results in the unsafe operation of the vehicle is prohibited where such inattention is caused by: Interacting with pets or unsecured cargo, Using personal communications technologies, or. You must obey traffic signals and stop signs, yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and slow down in school zones. There are currently no national standards for laws protecting vulnerable road users, but the League of American Bicyclists has drafted a Model Vulnerable Road User statute,which you can findhere. Idaho does not define who is a "vulnerable road user," but requires that every driver of a vehicle exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian or any person propelling a human-powered vehicle and give an audible signal when necessary. Arizona does not restrict mobile phone use in a vehicle at this time. Proceeds support education and other projects through grants administered by the Nevada Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board. Code), available here: http://search.leg.wa.gov/. A person operating a bicycle upon and along a sidewalk, or a crosswalk, shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian and shall give an audible signal before overtaking and passing a pedestrian. New Jersey does not have any vulnerable road user laws at this time. California does not offer Share the Road license plates at this time. You can pre-order a plate here:https://calbikeplate.com/. Any person under the age of eighteen (18) who has been issued an instruction permit, intermediate license, or operator's license shall not operate a motor vehicle, motorcycle, or moped that is in motion on the traveled portion of a roadway while using a personal communication device. However, the law also defines motorized bicycle as a pedal bicycle having an electric motor that propels the bicycle in excess of 20 MPH with a maximum motor-powered speed of 28 MPH. In Massachusetts bicycles may be ridden on sidewalks outside business districts when necessary in the interest of safety, unless otherwise directed by local ordinance. In South Dakota bicycles are vehicles according to the statute that defines vehicles. Ann. 1. Code Ann. Louisiana requires that bicyclists ride as close as practicable to the right-hand edge of the roadway except under any of the following circumstances: Louisiana does not have a statute that specifically authorizes or prohibits the operation of a bicycle upon a sidewalk. 60-339; 60-6,314. Transp. Since that decision there has been no amendment to make the law mentioned in this section applicable to bicyclists. No person shall operate a vehicle while wearing a headset, headphone, or other listening device, other than a hearing aid or instrument for the improvement of defective human hearing. tit. Ohio, in conjunction with the Ohio Bicycle Federation, offers Share the Road license plates. Idaho has modified its laws to accommodate bicyclists approaching stop signs and red lights as follows: Idaho does not specifically provide for local authorities to regulate the operation of bicycles or require registration of bicycles, although such authorities may regulate the operation of bicycles through the exercise of their other legal powers. 265:144(XI). For Classes 1-3, the motor's electrical output is generally limited to 750W (1 HP) but a few states allow 1000W motor. Washington currently has the following laws aimed at distracted driving, subject to limited exceptions: Source: Wash. Rev. The amended language has not yet been codified and made available through Alaska's state statute directory, although the amended language is nevertheless effective. California does not have any vulnerable road user laws at this time. Kentucky offers Share the Road license plates. Maine requires that no person open the door of a motor vehicle on the side of moving traffic unless opening the door is reasonably safe to do and can be done without interfering with the movement of traffic. 8-1567; 8-126; 8-1587. In other words, the manufacturing and first sale of an e-bike is regulated by the federal government, but its operation on streets and bikeways lies within a states control. West Virginia does not specifically provide for local authorities to regulate the operation of bicycles or require registration of bicycles, although such authorities may regulate the operation of bicycles through the exercise of their other legal powers. The District of Columbia currently has the following laws aimed at distracted driving, subject to limited exceptions: Source: D.C. Code 50-1731.02; 50-1731.03; 50-1731.04; 50-1731.05. Stat. Utah protects vulnerable users of a highway by making it a Class C misdemeanor if an operator of a motor vehicle knowingly, intentionally, or recklessly: If bodily injury occurs as a result of any of the actions above, then the driver may be charged with a class B misdemeanor. New Hampshire currently has the following laws aimed at distracted driving, subject to limited exceptions: Source: N.H. Rev. No motor vehicle or person is approaching on the street or highway to be crossed or entered or is so far away from the intersection that it does not constitute an immediate hazard. North Dakota does not require that bicyclists use any lane or path other than a normal vehicular traffic lane. A person who violates this rule may be subject to a fine of up to $500. Alaska requires that no person open the door of a motor vehicle unless it is reasonably safe to do so, and can be done without interfering with the movement of other traffic. When treating a stop sign as a yield sign, a bicyclist must slow down to a reasonable speed and yield the right of way to any vehicle in or approaching the intersection so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard. 56-5-120; 56-5-3420. New Hampshire requires that any person under the age of 16 riding a bicycle, as an operator or passenger, must wear a protective bicycle helmet. Code Ann., Transp. Wisconsin requires that no person open any door on a motor vehicle unless and until it is reasonably safe to do so and can be done without interfering with the movement of other traffic. In addition, no person shall leave a door open on a side of a vehicle available to moving traffic for a period of time longer than necessary to load or unload passengers. Stat. Stat. Regs. 265:26-a; 259:122. Washington requires that the driver of a vehicle approaching a pedestrian or bicycle that is on the roadway, on the right-hand shoulder, or on a bicycle lane within the roadway shall pass to the left at a safe distance to clearly avoid coming into contact with the pedestrian or bicyclist, and shall not again drive to the right side of the roadway until safely clear of the overtaken pedestrian or bicyclist. Compilation of laws by Oklahoma Bicycle Society: In a lane that is separate from and adjacent to a designated bicycle lane; At a speed not greater than 35 miles per hour; or. Source: Me. When turning left or avoiding hazards to safe cycling. A pedestrian, including a person on or within a public way engaged in work or the provision of emergency or roadside assistance; B. Code Ann. Washington provides that every city and town may by ordinance: Source: Wash. Rev. Louisiana requires that the operator of a motor vehicle, when overtaking and passing a bicycle proceeding in the same direction on the roadway, shall exercise due care while the motor vehicle is passing the bicycle and shall leave a safe distance between the motor vehicle and the bicycle of not less than three feet and shall maintain such clearance until safely past the overtaken bicycle. A person riding a bicycle upon a sidewalk used by pedestrians shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian and shall give an audible signal before overtaking and passing a pedestrian. No holder of a temporary instruction permit who has not attained the age of eighteen years and no holder of a probationary driver's license shall drive a motor vehicle on any street, highway, or property used by the public for purposes of vehicular traffic or parking while using in any manner an electronic wireless communications device. 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