§ 72.023 MOTORIZED SCOOTERS.

   (A)   Definition. For the purpose of this section, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.

      MOTORIZED SCOOTERS. A scooter that is powered by a gasoline or electric motor.

   (B)   Prohibited acts; exemptions.

      (1)   The riding, operation or other use of motorized scooters for transportation or recreational purposes, within or upon the streets, alleys, sidewalks, parking lots, and other property owned, leased or controlled by the city and any of its boards, authorities or commissions is prohibited, unless the person using such motorized scooter has a valid driver’s license under the provisions of the West Virginia Code.

      (2)   It shall not be an offense for a motorized scooter to be operated upon a designated parade route, when such person is a duly registered and recognized participant in any properly permitted parade, provided that such operation occurs in conjunction with said parade.

      (3)   The federal government, the state and the city are exempt from the provisions of this section.

      (4)   The provisions of this section does not apply to an electric personal assistive mobility device as defined in § 77.09 and as operated by a mobility impaired person as defined in § 70.02 of this code of ordinances.

      (5)   Any licensed driver permitted to operate a motorized scooter, under this section, shall comply with the required safety equipment set forth in § 73.55.

(Ord. passed 12-28-2017)