AURORA | Aurora parents could face fines of $250 or more if they let their kids drive so-called dirt bikes on city streets and property and city lawmakers approve the fines.
The measure, slated for final consideration by the Aurora City Council Monday night, adds a section to city laws making it illegal for parents or guardians to “knowingly permit anyone under 18 to operate or ride an off-highway vehicle in violation of existing city restrictions.”
Dubbed “dirt bikes,” the small, motorized cycles are intended for off-road recreation. Most do not meet minimum street-regulations, but minors are prohibited from driving any motorized vehicles on city streets and public roads without a valid driver’s license…