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Motor Scooters Invade the St. George Area Since this last Christmas kids have been driving motor assisted scooters all over St. George and the surrounding communities. These scooters provide quick and easy transportation to the driver without the sweat and exertion of the traditional bicycle. In most cases, however, these scooters are being driven in a manner that is against the law. The definition of a motor assisted scooter is important because the law provides certain exceptions and restrictions for their operation. A motor assisted scooter is a self propelled device with at least two wheels, a braking system, and a gas or electric motor not exceeding 40 cubic centimeters. If the scooter doesn't meet this definition, then the exceptions listed below do not apply and the person driving, most likely, is subject to the laws of a motorcycle.. The exceptions for the driving of a motor assisted scooter are: 1) seating position, meaning the driver can stand; 2) lights, horns, and mirrors are not required; and 3) no drivers license is required. There are also some restrictions to driving a motor assisted scooter: 1) If the person is under 16 they need to be under the direct supervision of their parent or guardian; 2) they can't operate in a parking structure; 3) they can't operate in an area off limits to skateboards; 4) and they can't operate on a road with 4 or more lanes or on a road with a speed limit greater than 25 miles per hour. Beside the exceptions and restrictions listed above, the driver of a motor assisted scooter is subject to the laws of a motorcycle. These laws include the wearing of a helmet and the prohibition of driving on a sidewalk. Sergeant David Moss St. George Police Department |
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