CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As Corpus Christi looks to expand its network of trails and bike lanes, more residents are turning to alternative ways to get around — including electric bikes and scooters capable of speeds approaching 30 miles per hour.
But while many of these devices are legal, others are not — and local law enforcement says confusion is growing.
Electric bicycles, commonly known as e-bikes, are divided into three classes under Texas law and are generally allowed on bike lanes and neighborhood streets. Some models can reach speeds of up to 28 miles per hour without modification…