20137.4A; 20137.3; 20137.3. Source: Md. State traffic laws and vehicle codes remain the sole domain of states and state legislatures. ), available here: http://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/title56.php. Ann. Source: N/A, Alaska does not offer Share the Road license plates at this time. Source: http://www.dmvnv.com/platescharitable.htm. Colorado has some of the most specific laws regarding where a bicyclist should ride, and just as importantly, where a bicyclist should not be obligated to ride in the nation. Use hand signals to communicate intended movements. Nevertheless, bicycles should not be operated while intoxicated. 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. South Carolina does not explicitly address the distance to be maintained by motorists while passing a bicycle, but requires that a driver of a motor vehicle must at all times maintain a safe operating distance between the motor vehicle and a bicycle. For more information on such plates please visit: http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/vehicles/license_plate_guide/sharetheroad.html. E-bikes may also provide a more attractive and feasible choice to take short trips. Oregon requires that a bicyclist, traveling at a speed less than the speed of traffic, must ride as close as practicable to the right curb or edge of the roadway, except under any of the following circumstances: Oregon requires that a driver of a motor vehicle yield the right of way to any bicyclist on a sidewalk. When overtaking and passing another bicycle, pedestrian, or other vehicle within the bike lane if the overtaking and passing cannot be done safely within the bike lane; When preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into an alley, private road, or driveway; When reasonably necessary to leave the bike lane to avoid debris or other hazardous condition; or. This front light must be turned on at all times when the bike is used on the highway. A farm tractor or similar vehicle designed primarily for farm use;4. ), available here: http://www.mainelegislature.org/legis/statutes/search.htm. Nevertheless bicycles should not be operated while intoxicated. The failure of a person to wear a bicycle helmet or the failure of a parent or guardian to prevent a child from riding a bicycle without a bicycle helmet may not be considered evidence of negligence or contributory negligence. However, if there is an applicable ordinance, the failure to comply with that ordinance shall not constitute negligence, or assumption of risk, be considered in mitigation of damages of whatever nature, be admissible in evidence, or be the subject of comment by counsel in any action for the recovery of damages arising out of the operation of any bicycle. League of Michigan Bicyclists Legal Desk: No person may operate a motor vehicle while using a wireless communications device to compose, read, or send an electronic message, when the vehicle is in motion or a part of traffic; A provisional license holder may not operate a vehicle while communicating over, or otherwise operating, a cellular or wireless telephone, whether handheld or hands free, when the vehicle is in motion; and. All laws mentioned here were compiled as part of a research project in the fall of 2012 and may be subject to change. Stat. 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. The laws regulating the operation of bicycles in the state of Delaware are generally found in Title 21, Chapter 41 of the Delaware Code (Del. Source: Haw. Don't go straight in a lane marked "right-turn only." Washington offers Share the Road license plates. Gen. Laws. Source: Wash. Rev. Stat. New Hampshire Department of Transportation Bicycle and Pedestrian Program: Central New Hampshire Bicycling Coalition Compilation of laws: Hanover Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee Compilation of laws: The use of a wireless telephone or electronic communication device by an operator of a moving motor vehicle on a public road or highway shall be unlawful except when the telephone is a hands-free wireless telephone or the electronic communication device is used hands-free; It shall be unlawful for the driver of a school bus to use a cellular or other wireless telephone while operating the school bus; The holder of the special learner's permit shall not use any hand-held or hands-free interactive wireless communication device; The holder of the probationary license shall not use any hand-held or hands-free interactive wireless communication device; and. Utah has no helmet law. Wyoming prohibits vehicles, other than motorized wheelchairs and vehicles moved by human power, from driving upon a sidewalk or sidewalk area except upon a permanent or duly authorized temporary driveway. The laws regulating the operation of bicycles in the state of Ohio are generally found in Title 45 of the Ohio Revised Code (Ohio Rev. When overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction or. yields the right of way to any pedestrian within the intersection or an adjacent crosswalk and oncoming traffic that poses an immediate hazard during the time the individual is traveling through the intersection. Maryland currently has the following laws aimed at distracted driving, subject to limited exceptions: Source: Md. Source: N.D. Code Ann., Transp. Montana provides that operator of a motor vehicle may not: Montana has no helmet law. New Mexico does not have any vulnerable road user laws at this time. Exercising due care, as provided by law, may proceed with due caution when it is safe to do so. Source: Ala. Code 32-5A-263, Alabama prohibits the driving any vehicle upon a sidewalk or sidewalk area except upon a permanent or duly authorized temporary driveway. A pedestrian who is acting in compliance with Chapter 18 of Title 31; A bicyclists who is acting in compliance with Chapter 19 of Title 31; A police officer or emergency worker on duty when outside of a vehicle; A highway worker performing duties outside of a vehicle; A person riding on or driving a wheelchair, motorized or not, who is acting in compliance with Chapter 18 of Title 31; A person using a skateboard, inline skates, or roller skates who is acting in compliance with Chapter 19 of Title 31; A person riding on a scooter who is acting in compliance with Chapter 19.1 of Title 31. The operator of a vehicle that passes a bicyclist proceeding in the same direction may not make a right turn at any intersection or into any highway or driveway unless the turn can be made with reasonable safety. If a person operating a bicycle does those two steps they may proceed through a red light with caution. In Mississippi, there is no clear designation for an electric bicycle, but anattorney general opinionindicates that an electric bicycle would be considered a bicycle. Washington provides that every city and town may by ordinance: Source: Wash. Rev. ), available here http://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/laws.php. Washington requires that no person open the door of a motor vehicle on the side adjacent 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: R.I. Gen. Laws 31-1-3(ee); 31-19-3. Montana 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. Code Ann. 2079.4; 2081.12. 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. Veh. New Jersey 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. When operating a bicycle upon a 1-way highway or street that has 2 or more marked traffic lanes, in which case the individual may ride as near the left-hand curb or edge of that roadway as practicable. To make a left turn from a left-turn lane or pocket; To avoid debris, drains or other hazardous conditions that make it impracticable to ride at the right side of the roadway; To occupy any available lane when traveling at the same speed as other traffic; or. Vermont has no helmet law. 2. Sources: Colo. Rev. Louisiana 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. Source: N.M. Stat. The bill would create a four-year pilot program that would make helmet-wearing voluntary between September and May for riders of motorcycles, motorized bicycles, and motor-driven cycles who are 21 . The laws regulating the operation of bicycles in the state of Hawaii are generally found in the Hawaii Revised Statutes (Haw. When reasonably necessary to avoid any unsafe condition or potential conflict, including one caused by a lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and another vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane; or, A person propelling a vehicle by human power upon and along a sidewalk, or across a roadway upon and along a crosswalk, has all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances; and. Yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian and shall give an audible signal before overtaking and passing such pedestrian in a manner that is safe for pedestrians. However, it isn't without some risk. Stat. The overtaking of a bicycle by a motor vehicle, or vice versa, is governed by general traffic laws and, in most circumstances, such overtaking must be done to the left at a safe distance.Source: Alaska Admin. Pennsylvania requires that the driver of a motor vehicle overtaking a bicycle proceeding in the same direction shall pass to the left of the bicycle within not less than four feet at a careful and prudent reduced speed. Code tit. South 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. Code 39-08-23; 39-08-24. The Pennsylvania Bicycle Drivers Manual advises that a bicyclist that is not detected by a traffic light may legally proceed through a red light. Iowa has no helmet law. These highlights only cover statewide laws and are not comprehensive. The laws regulating the operation of bicycles in the state of Illinois are generally found in the Illinois Vehicle Code which is found in Chapter 625 Section 5 of the Illinois Compiled Statutes (Ill. Comp. However, a bicyclists using a sidewalk or crosswalk shall: A bicyclist operating on a crosswalk or sidewalk shall obey an official traffic control device applicable to a pedestrian unless otherwise directed by a police officer or other designated person. Source: Vt. Stat. When overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction; or. New York does not have any vulnerable road user laws at this time. 1. Nevertheless bicycles should not be operated while intoxicated. 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. Source: Ga. Code Ann. Ohio Bicycle Federation Digest of Bicycle laws: Ohio Department of Transportation's Cycling Smarter Guide: Summary of Ohio Bike Laws by Steve Magas: If the violation results in a collision causing serious physical injury to another person, the person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500.00; and. It is legal for all persons of any age to operate a bicycle without wearing a helmet unless otherwise provided by a municipal regulation. A motorized bicycle or tricycle, including an electric-assisted bicycle; 3. Twenty-two states and D.C. have helmet laws that apply to all bicyclists, including e-bike riders, under a certain age, ranging from under 12 to 18 years of age. Nevada does not define who is a "vulnerable road user," but has several statutes aimed at protecting bicyclists specifically. If the lane in which the person is operating the bicycle is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane. An electric personal assistive mobility device;11. Source: N.D. 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. In Florida, bicycles are defined as vehicles. Arkansas does not require that bicyclists use any lane or path other than a normal vehicular traffic lane. Yield to pedestrians using the sidewalk or crosswalk. 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. Nebraska 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. Hawaii requires e-bikes to be registered and to pay a one-time fee of $30. Code 39-08-01; 39-07-01. & Traf. Pennsylvania'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. The laws regulating the operation of bicycles in the state of Wyoming are generally found in Title 31 of the Wyoming Statutes (Wyo. Delaware provides that the driver of a motor vehicle, when approaching a bicyclist traveling in the same direction, shall ensure the safety and protection of the bicyclist by: Delaware requires that any person under the age of 18 riding a bicycle, as an operator or passenger, must wear a protective bicycle helmet. Code Ann., Transp. Arkansas requires operators and passengers of a class three e-bike under age 21 to wear protective headgear. Code 46.04.670; 46.61.755. Overtaking and passing another bicycle or vehicle proceeding in the same direction. Rhode Island'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. 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. Vermont does not require that bicyclists use any lane or path other than a normal vehicular traffic lane. Rhode Island has a vulnerable road user law. Iowa does not define who is a "vulnerable road user," but protects bicyclists by providing that: A person who commits either above offense commits a simple misdemeanor. Source: N/A. These circumstances are: In each case the motorist must maintain at least a three foot distance between the side of their vehicle facing the bicyclist, including all mirrors or other projections, and the bicyclist being overtaken. In Massachusetts, bicycles are subject to the traffic laws and regulations of the commonwealth. For more information on such plates please visit: http://www.waba.org/get_involved/md_license_plates.php. Regulate and license the riding of bicycles and other similar vehicles upon or along the streets, alleys, highways, or other public grounds within its limits; Construct and maintain bicycle paths or roadways within or outside of and beyond its limits leading to or from the city or town; Establish and collect reasonable license fees from all persons riding a bicycle or other similar vehicle within its respective corporate limits; and. New Jersey requires that any person under the age of 17 riding a bicycle, as an operator or passenger, must wear a protective bicycle helmet. A person may not drive a school bus or transit vehicle while using a wireless telephone. When turning left or avoiding hazards to safe cycling. Connecticut requires that no person shall open the door of a motor vehicle in such a manner as to cause physical contact with moving traffic with such door, provided moving traffic is traveling at a reasonable rate of speed and with due regard for the safety of all persons and property. Att'yGen. The operator of every vehicle, while driving, shall devote their full time and attention to such driving; It shall be unlawful for a public transit driver to operate a motor vehicle on any street or highway within this state while using a cellular telephone or electronic communication device to write, send, or read a text-based communication while the motor vehicle is in motion; and. Ann. If you would like to find out more about state bicycling policies and efforts, check out our Bicycle Friendly State program. Bicycle, electric-assisted bicycle, and motorized bicycle. The District of Columbia does not require that bicyclists use any lane or path other than a normal vehicular traffic lane. A learner's permit or intermediate Class D license may be suspended or canceled due to use of a hand-held electronic device while operating a motor vehicle for non-life-threatening emergency purposes. However, that Guide was published in 2005 and there was a change in law in 2006. Code Ann. 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. ), available here http://legislature.idaho.gov/idstat/TOC/IDStatutesTOC.htm. Delaware prohibits any person from riding a bicycle on a roadway while under the influence of intoxicating liquor and/or narcotic drugs to a degree which renders such person a hazard. In New York City, the taxicab passengers' bill of rights includes the right that a driver does not use a cell phone (hand-held or hands free) while driving. Massachusetts requires that no person open a door on a motor vehicle unless it is reasonably safe to do so without interfering with the movement of other traffic, including bicyclists and pedestrians. A person under 18 years of age shall not use any portable electronic device while operating a moving motor vehicle on a highway. District Department of Transportation Bicycle Law website: Washington Area Bicyclist Association Bike Law resources: Potomac Pedalers Summary of Bicycling Laws: Education and awareness programs, for bicycle safety and motorist safety, with emphasis on sharing the roadway by all users. In California 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 Division 11 Rules of the Road and certain other enumerated Divisions of the California Vehicle Code, except those provisions which by their very nature can have no application. A bicycle, or a device that is an extension of a bicycle such as an extend-a-bike, a bicycle trailer, or a child's bicycle seat; 2. New York 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. Source: N.H. Rev. Hawaii requires that the driver of a vehicle passing or overtaking a bicyclists proceeding in the same direction shall allow at least three feet of separation between the right side of the driver's vehicle, including all mirrors or other protuberances, and the left side of the bicyclist, and shall not drive to the right side of the roadway until safely clear of the overtaken bicycle. Stat. What sets a true motorized bike apart from a scooter or a moped is the do-it . Operation of a motorized foot scooter or class 3 electric-assisted bicycle on a sidewalk is unlawful, unless there is no alternative for a motorized foot scooter or a class 3 electric-assisted bicycle to travel over a sidewalk as part of a bicycle or pedestrian path, or if authorized by local ordinance, as provided in RCW 46.61.715. Alaska does not provide for any exceptions to that requirement.Source: Alaska Admin. Maryland 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. On roads where the speed limit is more than 25 . tit. The person recklessly operates a vehicle upon a highway in a manner that results in contact between the person's vehicle and a bicyclist or a pedestrian; and. Rev. Prescribe penalties for operating a bicycle on public roads or streets within the locality without an attached license plate, tag, or adhesive decal. A person propelling a vehicle by human power upon and along a sidewalk, or pushing a bicycle across a roadway upon and along a crosswalk, shall have all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances. 14-300i; 14-242(f); 14-212c. ), available here: http://www.leg.state.vt.us/statutesMain.cfm. Vehicles are prohibited on sidewalks, but in Arizona, bicycles are not defined as vehicles. Virginia offers Share the Road license plates. 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.

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