(A) The applicable provisions of this traffic code apply to the operation of snowmobiles, off-highway motorcycles, and all-purpose vehicles, except that no person shall operate a snowmobile, off- highway motorcycle, or all-purpose vehicle as follows:
(1) On any state highway, including a limited access highway or freeway or the right-of-way thereof, except for emergency travel during such time and in such manner as the Ohio Director of Public Safety designates or except as authorized by R.C. § 4519.41(F);
(2) On any private property, or in any nursery or planting area, without the permission of the owner or other person having the right to possession of the property;
(3) On any land or waters controlled by the state, except at those locations where a sign has been posted permitting such operation;
(4) On the tracks or right-of-way of any operating railroad;
(5) While transporting any firearm, bow or other implement for hunting, that is not unloaded and securely encased;
(6) For the purpose of chasing, pursuing, capturing or killing any animal or wild fowl;
(7) During the time from sunset to sunrise, unless displaying lighted lights as required by § 74.21.
(B) Whoever violates any of the provisions of division (A) of this section shall be fined not less than $50 nor more than $500 or imprisoned not less than three days nor more than 30 days, or both.
(R.C. § 4519.40) (Rev. eff. with 2018 S-20) (Ord. 16-1975, passed 2-19-75; Am. Ord. 11-1981, passed 3-4-81; Am. Ord. 8-1985, passed 2-20-85)
Cross-reference:
Operation restricted for mini-trucks and low-speed, under-speed, or utility vehicles, see § 72.495
Safety glasses or other protective eye device required, see § 74.10
Editor’s note:
Former § 74.22(B), containing provisions regarding safety glasses based on R.C. § 4511.53, has been deleted as redundant to § 74.10 of this code. (Rev. eff. with 2014 S-15)