Yuma City Council passes Municipal Ordinance for electric bicycle and scooter regulations - enforcement begins

*PUBLIC NOTICE from the Yuma Police Department regarding:

NEW ELECTRIC BICYCLE & SCOOTER ORDINANCE

The Yuma Police Department would like to inform the community that on October 20, 2026, the Yuma City Council passed Municipal Ordinance No. 12, establishing regulations for the operation of electrically assisted bicycles and electric scooters within city limits.

KEY REGULATIONS INCLUDE:

·        Ride Safely: Riders must operate on the right side of the roadway.

·        Helmet Requirements: All riders under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet at all times.

·        Passenger Restrictions: Electric scooters may not carry more than one person unless specifically designed to accommodate multiple riders.

·        Traffic Laws Apply: Riders of electrically assisted bicycles and electric scooters must comply with all applicable state and local laws.

·        Parental Responsibility: Parents, guardians, legal custodians, and other adults may not authorize, assist, permit, or encourage minors to operate electric bicycles or scooters in violation of this ordinance.

·        Penalties: Violations of this ordinance may result in fines of up to $100 per violation.

In a message from the Yuma Police Department, they want everyone to know that the safety of the community, especially the youth, remains one of their highest priorities. With the increasing popularity of electric bicycles and scooters, it is important that riders and parents understand the rules designed to prevent accidents and injuries. The goal is not simply to issue citations, but to promote responsible riding habits and keep everyone safe.

With the passage of this ordinance, the Yuma Police Department will begin enforcing these new regulations. They encourage all parents to discuss these requirements with their children and ensure they understand their responsibilities before riding.

Please consider this announcement your official public notification that these regulations will be enforced.