Archive of questions, answers about Florida bicycle laws and law enforcement
Question Mark asked: From this post: http://flbikelaw.org/2014/07/gas-motors-on-bicycles-at-last-final-answer/ “Ask Geo: Can I then deduce that a bicycle with a gas-assist motor, which cannot be registered as a moped or motorcycle, cannot legally be operated on the roadway?” “FHP: That is correct.” …
Specialx commented on another question on this post http://flbikelaw.org/2014/10/electric-motorized-bike/#comments Let me throw in a couple of monkey wrenches about Daytona Beach and Volusia County. 1.) Port Orange has no definition of a bicycle in their ordinances… 2.) Volusia County (Port …
Jan commented on this post: http://flbikelaw.org/2010/02/bicycle-licenses/#comments “You can ride on side of right side of road and, only on sidewalks when NOT using motor. And you do need a bicycle registration! No license is needed. It goes under a Federal …
Question Denver asked: I have been considering getting a 48cc gas engine kit for my beach cruiser, but according to recent laws (RS-68) would make it a moped and illegal to use on sidewalks, and illegal to use on roadways …
Two Questions Risky asked: 320.01 (33) motorized disability access vehicle does it need to be registered and is a driver’s license required? David asked: Motorized disability access vehicle ? 320’01 (33) do I carry my disability papers with me, does …
Question Ryan asked: Am I allowed to ride my moped in a bike lane?
Question Linda asked: I am 71 years old and my bicycle was stolen. Is there a Florida law that reimburses seniors when their bike is stolen?
Question Jim asked: I was driving my car on US 1 and wanted to turn right into a Publix shopping plaza and two Adult bicyclists were riding on a sidewalk and were not paying attention and turned at the same …
Question Frank asked: Is a bike with a 49 cc motor considered a motor vehicle? Should I have been violated by police for riding my motorized bike? I was sent to jail for 55 days violating my probation order. Please …
Question Guy asked: Is the Deputy required to put the statue on the ticket? I was pulled over and told I was impeding traffic. The ticket says: “SLOW BIKE FAILURE TO RIDE RIGHT CURB”. There is no statute written on …