41-6a-1122. Self-balancing electric skateboards.
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Effective 5/7/2025
41-6a-1122. Self-balancing electric skateboards.
(1)Except as otherwise provided in this section, a self-balancing electric skateboard is subject to the provisions under this chapter for a bicycle.
(2)For a person operating a self-balancing electric skateboard, the following provisions do not apply:
(a)any reference to seating positions and handle bar usage, including under Sections 41-6a-1112 and 41-6a-1501 ;
(b)required lights, horns, and mirrors under Section 41-6a-1506 ; and
(c)driver licensing requirements under Section 53-3-202 .
(3)A person may operate a self-balancing electric skateboard across a roadway in a crosswalk, except that the person may not operate the self-balancing electric skateboard in a negligent manner in the crosswalk:
(a)so as to collide with a:
(i)pedestrian; or
(ii)person operating a bicycle, vehicle, or device propelled by human power; or
(b)at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the existing conditions, giving regard to the actual and potential hazards then existing.
Enacted by Chapter 452 , 2025 General Session