It is unlawful for any person to drive or operate any snowmobile on a highway in this State except for as follows:
A. On highways other than tollways, interstate highways and fully or limited access-controlled highways snowmobiles may make a direct crossing provided:
1. The crossing is made at an angle of approximately ninety degrees (90°) to the direction of the highway and at a place where no obstruction prevents a quick and safe crossing; and
2. The snowmobile is brought to a complete stop before crossing a roadway; and
3. The operator yields the right-of-way to all on-coming traffic which constitutes a hazard.
B. On highways other than tollway, interstate highways and fully or limited access-controlled highways, snowmobiles may be operated not less than ten feet (10') from the roadway and in the same direction as traffic however, snowmobiles may be operated on a roadway, not State highways, or within ten feet (10') of a roadway to avoid an obstruction(s) or hazardous terrain which may prevent the safe passage.
C. Any person who operates a snowmobile on a highway as provided in this section and section 6-5-2 of this chapter and 625 Illinois Compiled Statutes 40/5 shall: 1) possess a valid vehicle driver's license; or 2) possess a safety certificate as provided for. Any person less than the age of sixteen (16) shall also be under the immediate supervision of a parent or guardian or a person at least eighteen (18) years of age designated by the parent or guardian. (Ord. 370, 11-8-2016)