Okla. Stat. tit. 47, § 47-1-133.3: Motorized scooter
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Motorized scooter.
A. A "motorized scooter" is any vehicle having:
1. Not more than three wheels in contact with the ground;
2. Handlebars and a foot support or seat for the use of the
operator; and
3. A power source that is capable of propelling the vehicle at
a maximum design speed of not more than thirty-five (35) miles per
hour on level ground, and:
a. if the power source is a combustion engine, has a
piston or rotor displacement of fifty cubic
centimeters (50 cc) or less regardless of the number
of chambers in the power source, or
b. if the power source is electric, is programmed by the
manufacturer not to exceed thirty-five (35) miles per
hour on level ground.
Regardless of power source, local governments may set maximum speed
requirements by local ordinance.
B. For purposes of this section, an electric personal assistive
mobility device, as defined in Section 1-114A of this title,
bicycle, electric-assisted bicycle, or motorized bicycle, as defined
in Section 1-104 of this title, shall not be considered a motorized
scooter.
C. A motorized scooter shall not be required to be registered
under the laws of this state.
1. The operator of a motorized scooter shall be at least
fourteen (14) years of age unless an older age is required by local
ordinance.
2. The operator of a motorized scooter shall not be required to
possess a driver license unless required by local ordinance.
3. The operator of a motorized scooter shall not be required to
comply with the vehicle insurance or financial responsibility laws
of this state unless required by local ordinance, and shall observe
all applicable traffic safety regulations when driving on a public
roadway as required by statute and local ordinances.
D. Municipalities shall have authority to regulate the usage of
motorized scooters on all public roadways, trails, sidewalks, and
other public spaces, and to determine appropriate locations for use.
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