Electric Personal Assistive Mobility Device

This device is a self-balancing device with:

• Two non-tandem wheels on the ground.
• A system capable of steering and stopping under typical operating conditions.
• An electric propulsion system with an average power of one horsepower or 750 watts.
• A maximum speed capacity on a paved, level surface of 12.5 MPH.
• A deck designed for a person to stand while operating the device.
• This does not include a wheelchair.

A person operating an electric personal assistive mobility device:

• Must be at least 15 years old. 
• Must follow the same laws as operating a bicycle.  
• May be operated on a path, trail, or highway designed for the use of a bicycle.
• At night if the device is equipped with or the operator is wearing a front light that emits a white light visible of at least 300 feet in front of the device and front, rear, and side reflectors.
• On a sidewalk if the operation does not exceed a reasonable speed, and is safe for weather conditions and pedestrians. 
• Shall yield to a pedestrian or other person using a mobility aid.

A person may not operate an electric personal assistive mobility device:

• Under age 15 unless directly supervised by a parent or guardian. 
• On a highway with four or more traffic lanes except when operating in a lane designated for bicycle traffic. 
• On a highway with a posted speed limit over 35 mph, except when operating in a bicycle lane. 
• A person may not park on a highway or sidewalk in a manner that obstructs vehicular or pedestrian traffic.
• Endanger the safety of people or property.
• An owner may not authorize or permit a person to operate an electric personal assistive mobility device in violation of the law.