The Brief
- New motorized device ordinances aimed at regulating electric bike riders are officially in effect across Gilbert starting Wednesday.
- The regulations establish a strict 15 mph speed limit on sidewalks and paths, mandatory helmets for minors, and age restrictions for faster bikes.
- Gilbert police can issue citations to parents who knowingly allow their children to violate these new safety laws.
GILBERT, Ariz. – From near misses to high speeds, Gilbert is putting the brakes on erratic e-bike riders with strict new rules. New motorized device ordinances are now in effect across the town starting Wednesday.
From speed limits to helmet rules, the new e-bike regulations might vary, but the goal remains the same: to help keep riders, drivers, and pedestrians safe.
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