(a) No person shall operate a motorized bicycle unless it is equipped with at least one audible signaling device capable of giving a signal audible for a distance of at least 100 feet, activated by pushing a self-returning device located on the left handle bar. Such signaling device shall not consist of a siren or whistle. (OAC 4501-23-15)
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, whoever violates this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor. If, within one year of the offense, the offender previously has been convicted of or pleaded guilty to one predicate motor vehicle or traffic offense, whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the fourth degree. If, within one year of the offense, the offender previously has been convicted of two or more predicate motor vehicle or traffic offenses, whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the third degree.