41-6a-1116. Electric personal assistive mobility devices -- Conflicting provisions -- Restrictions -- Penalties.

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Effective 5/6/2026

(a)Except as otherwise provided in this section, an electric personal assistive mobility device is subject to the provisions under this chapter for a bicycle.

(b)For an individual operating an electric personal assistive mobility device, the following provisions do not apply:

(i)seating positions under Section 41-6a-1501 ;

(ii)required lights, horns, and mirrors under Section 41-6a-1506 ;

(iii)entitlement to full use of a lane under Subsection 41-6a-1502(1) ; and

(iv)driver licensing requirements under Section 53-3-202 .

(2)An individual under 16 years old may not operate an electric personal assistive mobility device using the motor unless the individual is under the direct supervision of the individual's parent or a responsible adult.

(3)An individual may not operate an electric personal assistive mobility device:

(a)on a highway consisting of a total of four or more lanes designated for regular vehicular traffic, except when operating in a lane designated for bicycle traffic;

(b)on a highway with a posted speed limit greater than 35 miles per hour, except when operating in a lane designated for bicycle traffic; or

(c)that has been structurally or mechanically altered from the original manufacturer's design.

(4)An owner may not authorize or knowingly permit an individual to operate an electric personal assistive mobility device in violation of this section.

(5)An individual may operate an electric personal assistive mobility device on a sidewalk if the operation does not:

(a)exceed a speed which is greater than is reasonable or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility, and pedestrians; or

(b)endanger the safety of other persons or property.

(6)An individual operating an electric personal assistive mobility device shall yield to a pedestrian or other individual using a mobility aid.

(a)An electric personal assistive mobility device may be operated on:

(i)a path or trail designed for the use of a bicycle; or

(ii)on a highway where a bicycle is allowed, including any lane designated for bicycle traffic regardless of the posted speed limit or number of general purpose lanes.

(b)An individual operating an electric personal assistive mobility device in an area described in Subsection (7)(a)(i) or

(ii)is subject to the laws governing bicycles.

(8)An individual may operate an electric personal assistive mobility device at night if the device is equipped with or the operator is wearing:

(a)a lamp pointing to the front that emits a white light visible from a distance of not less than 300 feet in front of the device; and

(b)front, rear, and side reflectors.

(9)An individual may not operate an electric personal assistive mobility device while carrying an article that prevents the individual from keeping both hands on the handlebars or interferes with the individual's ability to safely operate the electric personal assistive mobility device.

(10)Only one individual may operate an electric personal assistive mobility device at a time.

(11)An individual may not park an electric personal assistive mobility device on a highway or sidewalk in a manner that obstructs vehicular or pedestrian traffic.

(12)An individual who violates this section is guilty of an infraction.

Amended by Chapter 334 , 2026 General Session