W. Va. Code § 17C-24-1: Definitions.
Where this section sits in the code
- CHAPTER 17C. TRAFFIC REGULATIONS AND LAWS OF THE ROAD.
- ARTICLE 24. AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES AND DEVICES.
“Mobile carrier’ means an electrically powered device that:
(1) Is operated on sidewalks and crosswalks and is intended primarily for transporting
Property;
(2) Weighs less than 100 pounds, excluding cargo;
(3) Has a maximum speed of 12.5 miles per hour; and
(4) Is equipped with a technology to transport personal property with the active monitoring
of a property owner and primarily designed to remain within 25 feet of the property owner.
“Personal delivery device” means an electrically powered device that:
(1) Is operated on sidewalks, and crosswalks and roadways and is intended primarily for transporting goods and cargo;
(2) Is equipped with technology to allow for operation of the device with or without the
active control or monitoring of a natural person;
(3) A personal delivery device is not considered a vehicle unless expressly defined by law as a vehicle; and
(4) A mobile carrier is not considered a personal delivery device.
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