In this Section:
Department means the County Police Department.
Off-the-road vehicle means a motor vehicle that:
(a) has a saddle or seat for use of the rider;
(b) is designed to travel on two or more wheels in contact with the ground;
(c) is designated generally for use off public roads;
(d) is not subject to registration requirements under the Maryland Vehicle Law; and
(e) generally includes the following vehicles: an off-the-road motorcycle, an all terrain vehicle, or a motorized minibike.
Off-the-road vehicle does not include:
(a) moped as defined in Section 11-134.01 of the Transportation Article, Maryland Code;
(b) farm vehicle as defined in Section 13-911 of the Transportation Article, Maryland Code;
(c) a motorized golf cart;
(d) a mobility device for a disabled person such as an electric motor-driven wheelchair or scooter; or
(e) a lawn mower or any other vehicle used on agricultural, park, or residential property primarily for agricultural, gardening, landscaping, or lawn care purposes.
Operate means to exercise physical control over the speed or direction of or physically manipulate or activate any controls of an off-the-road vehicle.
Operator means a person who operates, who is responsible for the operation of, or who supervises the operation of, an off-the-road vehicle. (2006 L.M.C., ch. 27, § 1.)