Veh. Code, § 21227 · Article 5. Operation of Motorized Scooters
Veh. Code, § 21227
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
(a) A motorized scooter shall comply with one of the following:
(1) Operate in a manner so that the electric motor is disengaged or ceases to function when the brakes are applied.
(2) Operate in a manner so that the motor is engaged through a switch or mechanism that, when released, will cause the electric motor to disengage or cease to function.
(b) It is unlawful for a person to operate a motorized scooter that does not meet one of the requirements of subdivision (a).
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 722, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 2000.
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