2006 Utah Code - 41-6a-1116 — Personal motorized mobility devices -- Conflicting provisions -- Restrictions -- Penalties.

     41-6a-1116.   Personal motorized mobility devices -- Conflicting provisions -- Restrictions -- Penalties.
     (1) (a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a personal motorized mobility device is subject to the provisions under this chapter for a bicycle, moped, or a motor-driven cycle.
     (b) For a person operating a personal motorized 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) A person under 15 years of age may not operate a personal motorized mobility device using the motor unless the person is under the direct supervision of the person's parent or guardian.
     (3) A person may not operate a personal motorized mobility device:
     (a) on a highway consisting of a total of four or more lanes designated for regular vehicular traffic;
     (b) on a highway with a posted speed limit greater than 35 miles per hour; or
     (c) that has been structurally or mechanically altered from the original manufacturer's design.
     (4) An owner may not authorize or knowingly permit a person to operate a personal motorized mobility device in violation of this section.
     (5) A person who violates this section is guilty of a class C misdemeanor.

Enacted by Chapter 2, 2005 General Session
Amended by Chapter 111, 2005 General Session