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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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