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6-2a-1 - General Provisions.#
Kaysville City has adopted by reference the latest version of "Utah Criminal and Traffic Code" (the "Utah Code"). The Utah Code contains provisions defining and regulating the use of "moped," "motor assisted scooter," "motor vehicle," "motorcycle," "motor-driven cycle," and "personal motorized mobility device." The Utah Code does not define or regulate the use of a variety of other motorized devices which are now commonly used upon the streets and roads of Kaysville City. It is the intent of this Chapter that those vehicles specifically defined and regulated by the Utah Code shall continue to be regulated by the Utah Code. The purpose of this Chapter is to define and regulate other motorized devices not now specifically defined and regulated by the Utah Code.
6-2a-2 - Definitions.#
As used in this Chapter, a Motorized Device is any motorized wheeled device used or designated for transporting persons which is not defined and governed by the provisions of the Utah Code or any other provisions of the City Code. Such definition includes, but is not limited to, devices commonly and generically referred to as "pocket bikes," "motor scooters," "go-carts," or similar motorized devices.
6-2a-3 - Prohibited Operation.#
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It shall be unlawful to operate a motorized device upon any road, street or highway within Kaysville City without a valid operators license issued by the State of Utah or some other recognized jurisdiction within the United States.
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It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a motorized device within any park, parking lot or any private area where the owner has prohibited the use of skateboards and/or roller skates.
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No minor under the age of sixteen (16) years of age shall ride on a motorized device unless such minor is wearing a properly fitted and fastened headgear designed for motorized vehicle use and approved by the United States Department of Transportation.
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No motorized device shall be ridden after dusk or before dawn unless fully equipped for nighttime operation.
6-2a-4 - Low Profile Motorized Device Prohibited on Public Property.#
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Definitions. For the purposes of this Section:
a.
Low Profile Motorized Device shall mean any motorized device that:
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Is not regulated by the Utah Code or by any other provision of the City Code;
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Is not otherwise permitted upon the streets, roads, highways or sidewalks of the City; and
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Is less than thirty-six inches (36") in height when in its normal manufactured operating position, excluding any flag, antenna, or other device attached, or modifications made thereto;
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Produces not more than two (2) brake horsepower, is not capable of speed in excess of thirty (30) miles per hour on level ground and, if an internal combustion engine, a displacement of not to exceed fifty (50) cubic centimeters or seven hundred fifty (750) watts, if powered by electricity.
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This definition may include, but is not limited to, some versions of "pocket bikes," miniature motorcycles, and "go-carts."
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It is unlawful for any person to operate a low profile motorized device upon any street, road, highway or other public property within the City. It is unlawful for an adult, parent, or guardian or owner or person in possession or control of a low profile motorized device to allow a minor to operate such a device on public property within the City.
6-2a-5 - Compliance with Traffic Laws.#
All motorized devices being operated within Kaysville City shall be operated in compliance with all applicable traffic rules and regulations.
6-2a-6 - Speed Restrictions.#
No motorized device shall be operated on any street or road with a posted speed limit or a lawfully designated speed limit in excess of twenty-five (25) miles per hour.
6-2a-7 - Violations Not Authorized.#
The owner or person in control of a motorized device may not give permission to a person under sixteen (16) years of age to operate or ride upon a motorized device in violation of this Chapter.
6-2a-8 - Provisions Do Not Apply.#
The provisions of this Chapter do not apply to any motorized device being used for mobility by a person with a disability as defined and covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
6-2a-9 - Penalty.#
Any person violating the provisions of this Chapter shall be guilty of a Class C Misdemeanor and shall be punished accordingly.