(a) A licensee shall deploy only lock-to scooters.
(b) Any scooter deployed by any licensee must have or must be equipped with:
(1) a warning bell;
(2) a front white light;
(3) a rear red light visible from a distance of at least 500 feet and that stays illuminated for at least 90 seconds after coming to a full stop;
(4) hand and foot brakes, or their functional equivalent as determined by the Commissioner of Transportation by rule;
(5) a unique identifier;
(6) photo validation and geo-fencing technology to ensure parking and operational compliance;
(7) sidewalk riding detection hardware and software; and
(8) easily visible contact information, including the licensee's name, website, e-mail address, and a toll-free telephone number in conventional type, braille and raised lettering.
(c) In order to enhance public safety, compliance with applicable laws, or adaptation to new technology, the Commissioner of Transportation may provide by rule additional requirements, not in conflict with this section, that scooters deployed by any license must meet.
(d) No licensee shall deploy a scooter unless the prototype of such scooter is inspected and approved by the Department of Transportation for compliance with the requirements of this chapter and rules promulgated thereto.
(Added Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37486, § 1)