No law was found in Michiganthat 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. Connecticut also has several statutes aimed at protecting bicyclists specifically. Ch. Source: Wash. Rev. Stat. Illinois Department of Transportation Bicycling Laws site: Illinois Bicycle Rules of the Road pamphlet: Compilation of laws by League of Illinois Bicyclists: A person may not use a telecommunications device to: type a text message or an electronic mail message; transmit a text message or an electronic mail message; or. In all cases, the safe passing distance must not interfere with the safe operation of the bicycle. 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. Nebraska currently has the following laws aimed at distracted driving, subject to limited exceptions: Source: Neb. ), available here http://www.lexisnexis.com/hottopics/Colorado/. ), available here http://www.azleg.state.az.us/ArizonaRevisedStatutes.asp?Title=28. In addition, no person shall leave a door open on the side of a vehicle adjacent to moving traffic for a period of time longer than necessary to load or unload passengers. It is legal for all persons of any age to operate a bicycle without wearing a helmet unless otherwise provided by a municipal regulation. If the individual operating a bicycle is involved in a collision with a vehicle in the intersection or junction of roadways after proceeding past a stop sign without stopping or past a steady red traffic - control light, the collision is deemed prima facie evidence of the individual's failure to yield the right of way. Washington allow bicycles to proceed through a triggered traffic control signal after one cycle if that triggered traffic control signal fails to operate due to the size or composition of the bicycle. Source: Mass. These highlights only cover statewide laws and are not comprehensive. For more information on such plates please visit: http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/vehicles/license_plate_guide/sharetheroad.html. Kansas currently has the following laws aimed at distracted driving, subject to limited exceptions: Source: Kan. Stat. A bicyclist may use a lane other than the right-hand lane when: A bicyclist shall not be expected or required to: Colorado provides that no person shall drive any vehicle other than a bicycle, electric assisted bicycle, or any other human-powered vehicle upon a sidewalk or sidewalk area, except upon a permanent or duly authorized temporary driveway. Rev. In Iowa bicycles are not vehicles according to the statute that defines vehicles, but a person riding a bicycle has all of the rights and duties of the driver of a vehicle as provided in Chapter 321 of the Iowa Code, except as to those provisions which by their nature can have no application. In Connecticut, bicycles fall within the definition of a motor vehicle. Gen. Laws. New York's law prohibiting driving while under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substances is written so that it applies to motor vehicles and therefore does not directly apply to bicyclists. Washington allows a person on a bicycle may treat a stop sign as a stop sign or a yield sign, except when approaching a stop sign at an at-grade railroad crossing or approaching a stop sign used by a school bus. Montana provides that operator of a motor vehicle may not: Montana has no helmet law. In addition, no person shall leave a door open on the side of a vehicle available to traffic, or to pedestrians or bicycles on sidewalks or shoulders, for a period of time longer than necessary to load or unload passengers. In Kentucky bicycles are vehicles according to the statute that defines vehicles and a person riding a bicycle shall operate a bicycle in the same manner as a motor vehicle except in certain traffic conditions enumerated in Kentucky Administrative Regulation 14:020. Ann. Louisiana defines a moped/motorized bike as a pedal bicycle that: Can be propelled by a human, helper motor, or both. Illinois has no helmet law. Wyoming requires that the driver of a motor vehicle overtaking and passing a bicycle, which is operating lawfully, proceeding in the same direction shall, when space allows, maintain at least a three (3) foot separation between the right side of the driver's motor vehicle, including all mirrors and other projections from the motor vehicle, and the bicycle. Utah and Vermont are examples of states that have recently eliminated e-bike licensure and registration requirements. tit. 20149 and20150(e). Electric scooter - a type of device with handlebars, a floorboard or a seat, and an electric motor that can be powered by the electric motor and/or human power. Washington provides that every person riding a bicycle upon a sidewalk or crosswalk must be granted all of the rights and is subject to all of the duties applicable to a pedestrian. Ch.90, 8M; Mass. In addition, no person shall leave a door open on the side of a vehicle available to moving traffic for a period of time longer than necessary to load or unload passengers. To accomplish safe passing a motor vehicle may cross the center of the highway if the left side is clearly visible and free of oncoming traffic for a sufficient distance to permit overtaking and passing to be completed without interfering with the operation of any vehicle approaching from the opposite direction or of any vehicle overtaken. Indiana does not have any vulnerable road user laws at this time. Source: Ala. Code 32-1-1.1(81); 32-5A-260. West Virginiadoes not require that bicyclists use any lane or path other than a normal vehicular traffic lane. Stat. No law was found inNew Jerseythat 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. Ann. We update laws as we work with our member advocacy organizations to pass better laws and as advocates or the public tell us about changes. No law was found in West Virginiathat 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. Stat. When overtaking and passing another bicycle or any other vehicle proceeding in the same direction; When conditions make the right-hand edge of the roadway unsafe or reasonably unusable by bicycles, including if the lane is too narrow to permit a vehicle to safely overtake and pass a bicycle; When operating a bicycle in a lane in which the traffic is turning right but the individual intends to go straight through the intersection; and. Not ride a bicycle where such use is prohibited by official traffic control devices or local ordinances. For more information on such plates please visit: http://www.jeffrothcyclingfoundation.org/. Code Ann., Transp. Failure to wear a helmet shall not be considered as evidence of negligence per se, contributory negligence, or assumption of the risk in any civil suit arising out of any accident in which a person under 16 years of age is injured. ), available here http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/. In Missouri, bicycles are not defined as vehicles. Veh. 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. 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. Ch. Code 35.75.010; 35.75.030; 35.75.040. Virginia requires that any person operating a bicycle, at a speed less than the speed of traffic, must ride as close as safely practicable to the right curb or edge of the roadway, except under any of the following circumstances: Virginia allows bicycles to operate on sidewalks subject to the following rules: Virginia does not require that bicyclists use any lane or path other than a normal vehicular traffic lane. The legislature then modified its motorized bicycles definition by stating that such device is one that operates in excess of 20 MPH with a maximum motor-powered speed of 28 MPH. ), available here http://www.legis.state.ak.us/basis/folio.asp. ), available here http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm. There are no other state laws related to the operation of bicycles on sidewalks. In addition there are the following specific restrictions: Sources: Cal. It is legal for all persons of any age to operate a bicycle without wearing a helmet unless otherwise provided by a municipal regulation. 21-1209; 21307. Ann. Georgia requires that any person under the age of 16 riding a bicycle, as an operator or passenger, must wear a protective bicycle helmet. Hawaii requires e-bikes to be registered and to pay a one-time fee of $30. Vermont does not specifically provide for local authorities to regulate the operation of bicycles or require registration of bicycles at a state-wide level. South Carolina requires that no person open any 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. Mississippi 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. 189.01(19); 601 KAR 14:020(9). In addition, no person shall leave a door open on the side of a vehicle available to moving traffic for a period of time longer than necessary to load or unload passengers. Wyoming also empowers localities to enact a registration fee as part of any local ordinances governing the operation, registration and licensure of non-electric bicycles and e-bikes. Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, New Hampshire, South Dakota and Utah require helmets for those under age 18 operating or riding on a class three e-bike. 39:4-10.1; 39:4-10.7. Please help us keep them up to date by contacting ken@bikeleague.org with any updates. When overtaking and passing another roller skier, bicycle or other vehicle proceeding in the same direction; When preparing for or making a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway; When proceeding straight in a place where right turns are permitted; and. Wisconsin provides that no bicyclist facing a steady red signal shall enter the roadway unless he or she can do so safely and without interfering with any vehicular traffic. Preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private roadway or driveway; Taking reasonably necessary precautions to avoid hazards or road conditions. In Delaware, Iowa and Nebraska, electric bicycles are defined within the existing definition of a bicycle, therefore there is not a distinction when it comes to operation on trails. Code Ann. 5-65-103; 27-49-219; 27-49-111. Rhode Island provides that its state traffic laws shall not be deemed to prevent local authorities, with respect to streets and highways under their jurisdiction and within the reasonable exercise of the police power, from regulating the operation of bicycles and requiring the registration and licensing of bicycles, including the requirement of a registration fee. 189.300 and601 KAR 14:020 7(3). Bicycles are defined as vehicles and generally have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicle drivers. tit. 484C.110; 484A.320. Arkansas does not offer Share the Road license plates at this time. In addition, an individual operating a bicycle on a bikeway shall leave a safe distance when overtaking a bicycle or individual proceeding in the same direction on the bikeway, and shall maintain clearance until safely past the overtaken bicycle or individual, Source: Minn. Stat. A person operating or riding on an agricultural tractor, A person using a wheelchair or motorized chair, or. A blind person and such persons service animal. Code), available here http://www.in.gov/legislative/ic/code/title9/. Code 46.68.420; 46.18.200; 46.04.535. Code 23110; 670; 21200. Rhode Island currently has the following laws aimed at distracted driving, subject to limited exceptions: Source: R.I. Gen. Laws 31-22-30; 31-22-11.8; 31-22-11.9; 31-23-51. Obey all traffic signs and signals. North Dakota has no helmet law. This law distinguishes, at the federal level, e-bikes that can travel 20 mph or less under motor power alone from motorcycles, mopeds and motor vehicles. North Dakota requires that no person open the door of a motor vehicle on the side available to moving traffic unless and until it is reasonably safe to do so and can be done without interfering with the movement of other traffic. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. 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. Sources: Conn. Gen. Stat. 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. Code 39-07-01; 39-10.1-02. Source: Tex. In Kansas bicycles are not vehicles according to the statute that defines vehicles, but a person riding a bicycle has all of the rights and duties of the driver of a vehicle as provided in Chapter 8 of the Kansas Statutes, except as to those provisions which by their nature can have no application. A person may also make a right hand turn at a red light as if it were a stop sign, or a left hand turn through a red light after stopping if the turn is onto a one-way road and there is no oncoming traffic. Right to the Road. Rev. In addition, no person shall leave a door open on the side of a vehicle available to moving traffic for a period of time longer than necessary to load or unload passengers. In addition, no person shall leave a door open on the side of a vehicle available to moving traffic for a period of time longer than necessary to load or unload passengers. Pennsylvania currently has the following law aimed at distracted driving, subject to limited exceptions: Pennsylvania requires that a bicyclist, traveling at a speed less than the speed of traffic, must ride in the right-hand lane available for traffic, or as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway, except: Pennsylvania allows bicycles to operate on sidewalks subject to the following rules: Pennsylvania does not require that bicyclists use any lane or path other than a normal vehicular traffic lane. Maryland requires that where there is a bike lane paved to a smooth surface, a person operating a bicycle shall use the bike lane and may not ride on the roadway, except in the following situations: In addition, a person operating a bicycle may not leave a bike lane until the movement can be made with reasonable safety and then only after giving an appropriate signal. Source: Me. However, any person who throws any substance at a vehicle or any occupant thereof on a highway is guilty of a misdemeanor. Oregon 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. ), available here http://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/laws.php. When riding upon a one-way street or highway with two or more marked lanes of travel, in which case a bicyclist may ride as close as is safe to the left-hand curb or edge of the street or highway. North Carolina requires that a bicyclist, traveling at a speed less than the speed of traffic, must drive in the righthand lane then available for thru traffic, or as close as practicable to the righthand curb or edge of the highway, except when overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction or when preparing for a left turn. When preparing for a left turn onto a private road or driveway or at an intersection; When reasonably necessary to avoid conditions that make it unsafe to continue along the right-hand curb or right-hand edge of the roadway, including fixed or moving objects, stopped or moving vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, animals, or surface hazards; When riding upon a lane of substandard width which is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane; When lawfully operating a bicycle on the paved shoulders of a highway included in the state highway system; or. In-line skates;7. & Traf. If the right-hand lane is wide enough to be safely shared with overtaking vehicles, a bicyclist shall ride far enough to the right as judged safe by the bicyclist to facilitate the movement of overtaking vehicles unless other conditions make it unsafe to do so. Laws. Source: N.M. Stat. Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles compilation of Statutes & Regulations: Compilation of laws from 2003 by Alaska Department of Transportation: Local organization blog archive related to legislation/laws: Compilation of laws by Arctic Bicycle Club: If overtaking and passing another bicycle or vehicle proceeding in the same direction. A person commits criminal homicide, a third degree felony, if the person operates a moving motor vehicle in a negligent manner: while using a handheld wireless communication device as described above; and. Such bicycle traffic shall yield the right-of-way to pedestrians lawfully within an adjacent crosswalk and to other traffic lawfully using the intersection. Any person operating a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, motorized skateboard or scooter, or moped on a roadway at less than the normal speed of traffic at the time and place under conditions then existing shall ride as close as safely practicable to the right curb or edge of the roadway, However, that Guide was published in 2005 and there was a change in law in 2006. The use of a wireless telephone or electronic communication device by an operator of a moving vehicle involved in the provision of public transportation service is unlawful. 1 Missouri has no helmet law. Ann. 291C-150; 74 H. 308, 844 P.2d 670. In addition, no person shall leave a door open on the side of a vehicle available to moving traffic for a period of time longer than necessary to load or unload passengers. New Mexico does not have a statute that specifically authorizes or prohibits the operation of a bicycle upon a sidewalk. When overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction. Richmond, Va., will be unveiling an electric bicycle sharing system soon. Stat. A person operating a moving motor vehicle while holding a wireless communications device to his or her ear is guilty of a traffic infraction; A person operating a moving motor vehicle who, by means of an electronic wireless communications device, sends, reads, or writes a text message, is guilty of a traffic infraction; and. However, the District of Columbia does require that a person shall operate a bicycle in a safe and non-hazardous manner so as not to endanger himself or herself or any other person. When avoiding conditions that make it unsafe to continue along the right-hand edge including, those caused by a lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane. Utah defines a vulnerable user of a highway as a pedestrian, including a worker upon a highway or providing emergency services; a person riding an animal; or a person operating any of the following on a highway: (1) a farm tractor or implement of husbandry, without an enclosed shell; (2) a skateboard; (3) Roller skates; (4) In-line skates; (5) a bicycle; (6) an electrically-assisted bicycle; (7) a moped; (8) a motor-driven cycle; (9) a motorized scooter; (10) a motorcycle; or (11) a manual wheelchair. In Georgia, bicycles are defined as vehicles. Source: Me. tit. In Nebraska bicycles are not vehicles according to the statute that defines vehicles, but a person riding a bicycle has all of the rights and duties of the driver of a vehicle under Nebraskas Rules of the Road, except as to those provisions which by their nature can have no application. Nebraska requires that any bicyclist upon a roadway, traveling at a speed less than the speed of traffic, must ride as near to the right-hand curb or right-hand edge of the roadway as practicable except any of the following circumstances: Nebraska provides that a bicyclist riding a bicycle on a sidewalk or across a roadway or shoulder in a crosswalk shall have all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances but shall yield the right-of-way to pedestrians. Missouri's law prohibiting driving while under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substances is written so that it applies to motor vehicles and therefore does not directly apply to bicyclists. The laws regulating the operation of bicycles in the state of Alabama are generally found in Title 32 of the Code of Alabama (Ala. Code) available here http://alisondb.legislature.state.al.us/acas/codeofalabama/1975/coatoc.htm. The District of Columbia does not provide any modifications to the requirement to come to a complete stop when directed to stop by traffic control devices and does not authorize bicyclists to disobey traffic lights that fail to detect bicyclists. Most major U.S. bicycle brands sell e-bikes, and bicycle manufacturers have moved or are positioning themselves to move to the U.S. to capitalize on the growing market. Ann. A motorized bicycle or tricycle, including an electric-assisted bicycle;3. E-bikes have even been embraced by the nations rapidly expanding bike-share systems. A school bus driver may not operate a school bus while communicating over, or otherwise operating, a cellular phone for personal reasons, whether handheld or hands free, when the vehicle is in motion. 32A-24-3; 32A-24-2; 32A-24-5. In New Mexico, bicycles are not defined as vehicles. A pedestrian, including an individual who is lawfully: (i) actively working on a highway or utility facility along a highway; (ii) providing emergency services on a highway; or (iii) on a sidewalk or footpath; An individual who is lawfully riding or leading an animal on a highway, shoulder, crosswalk, or sidewalk; or. In Virginia bicycles are vehicles according to the statute that defines vehicles and a person riding a bicycle has all of the rights and duties of a driver of a vehicle, unless the context of a provision clearly indicates otherwise. However, the Indiana Drivers Manual does caution that, after parking and before opening vehicle doors, a motorist should first check for bicyclists: http://www.in.gov/bmv/files/Drivers_Manual_Chapter_5.pdf. Stat. 39:1-1; 39:4-14.1. However, Utah law also specifically provides that a person operating a non-motorized bicycle or a vehicle or device propelled by human power is not subject to the penalties related to operator licenses under alcohol and drug-related traffic offenses. 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. tit. Maine does not require that bicyclists use any lane or path other than a normal vehicular traffic lane. A person operating a bicycle upon and along a sidewalk, or a crosswalk, shall have all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances, except that bicyclists must stop before entering a crosswalk or highway from a sidewalk or sidewalk area; and. 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. However, at least one court case has found the nonuse of a helmet not admissible. New York requires that bicyclists ride as near to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway or upon a usable right-hand shoulder in such a manner as to prevent undue interference with the flow of traffic except under any of the following circumstances: New York does not have a statute that specifically authorizes or prohibits the operation of a bicycle upon a sidewalk. A bicyclist may, after slowing to a reasonable speed and yielding the right-of-way if required, cautiously make a turn or proceed through the intersection without stopping. The current law requires all motorcycle riders to wear a helmet, but Tennessee Representative Jay Reedy and Senator Kerry Roberts are looking to change that. preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private roadway or driveway; approaching an intersection with a right-turn lane if not turning right at the intersection; taking reasonably necessary precautions to avoid hazards or road conditions. This law has not yet been codified and made available through Alabama's state statute directory, although the law is nevertheless effective.Source: See Act 2012-291, Alabama requires that bicyclists ride as far to the right as practicable. But, in Florida, when cyclists rides on sidewalks, they are . Florida's law prohibiting driving while under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substances is written so that it applies to all vehicles and therefore applies to bicyclists. Gen. Laws. The laws regulating the operation of bicycles in the state of Virginia are generally found in Title 46.2 of the Code of Virginia (Va. Code Ann. Prescribe penalties for operating a bicycle on public roads or streets within the locality without an attached license plate, tag, or adhesive decal. South Dakota does not restrict mobile phone use in a vehicle at this time. Stat. Code tit. 29-A 101, sub-91-A and 29-A 1351, sub-4. Never ride against traffic - Motorists aren't looking for bicyclists riding on the wrong side of the road. All 26 states with a three-tiered classification system require an e-bike to be affixed with a label that states the classification number, top-assisted speed and motor wattage. Further, a person shall not drive a motor vehicle while using a wireless telephone unless that telephone is specifically designed and configured to allow hands-free listening and talking, and is used in that manner while driving. 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