OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Douglas County cracks down on unauthorized motorized vehicles as children operating golf carts, dirt bikes and ATVs illegally on streets and trails raise safety concerns in our community.
- In unincorporated Douglas County, there are 14 neighborhoods where golf carts are allowed.
- Bennington resident Scott Yahnke shares his concerns as a cyclist.
- The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office shares what laws are in place to keep neighbors safe.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
In unincorporated Douglas County, there are 14 neighborhoods, including this one, Anchor Pointe, where golf carts are allowed. But across the metro, law enforcement is starting to crack down on illegal joyrides, from young kids driving golf carts to dirt bikes, ATVs and more.
When the weather is nice, it’s not uncommon to see neighbors outside enjoying themselves…