Denise asked: Is identification required on a person when bicycling?

Answer

I am not aware of any statute that requires possession of identification while riding a bicycle, or when doing other normal activities other that do not require a drivers’ license, such as walking.  Of course, when driving a motor vehicle or moped, possession of a valid drivers’ license is required.

FS 322.03 – Drivers Must be Licensed; Penalties

(1) Except as otherwise authorized in this chapter, a person may not drive any motor vehicle …. unless such person has a valid driver’s license ….

A bicycle is not a motor vehicle, and a driver’s license is not required.

There may be other statutes that require possession of personal identification under certain circumstances, but that is not a bicycling issue.

Even given the above, possession of identification, whether it is a driver’s license or other, is highly recommended.  If, for some other reason than simply riding the bicycle, you may be required to verify your identity.  If you are involved in an incident such as a crash or a citation, having your identification on your person will facilitate that.