Archive of questions, answers about Florida bicycle laws and law enforcement
Question Scot asked: I’m confused regarding the 25″ seat height for an electric bike in 316.003. Also, throttle and pedal assist. The Pedego Interceptor electric bicycle specifically . I have a suspended driver license and want to know if this …
Question Lance asked: Are bicycles legal on sidewalks in Marathon Fl?
Question Larry asked: I was on youtube watching some bike riding videos. On of them said “Be sure to keep one ear clear for listening for traffic.” In Fla. can we listen to a small radio with one ear plugged …
Question Dave asked: I want to buy a 4 wheel pedal powered ( bike for 2 ) factory built vehicle which is like two bikes hitched together, for two people. It does not quite fit the definitions that I have …
Question Karl asked: Should a bicyclist obey the vehicle traffic control signals or the pedestrian control signals at intersections when riding on a shared use path that parallels a roadway? There are numerous shared use paths in Florida that are …
Question Tim asked: Are you allowed to ride double file on a sub-standard lane?
Question Evan asked: There is a moped that is legally classified as an electric bicycle because it has pedals and runs on electricity. I am a minor and am wondering if I can drive it under the age of 16 …
Question Jillian asked: Is it illegal to ride a bike, like a fat tire bike or bicycle on the beaches of Collier County? I thought it was illegal, but I’m trying to find it on collier.gov website and it says …
Question Jeffery asked: I do not have a driver’s license and I wanted to buy a motorized bicycle and ride it to and from work. Can I do this legally?
Question Thomas asked: So, I recently inquired about a case in which I received a citation. I just got out of court, and the case was dismissed however it seemed to me that he felt I was wrong but didn’t …