(a) No person who does not hold a valid, current motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license, motorcycle operator's endorsement or probationary license issued under Ohio R.C. Chapter 4507, shall operate a snowmobile or all purpose vehicle on any street or highway, on any portion of the right of way thereof, or on any public land or waters. This subsection shall not be construed to permit the holder of such a license to operate a snowmobile or all purpose vehicle in violation of Section 377.02.
(b) No person who is less than sixteen years of age shall operate a snowmobile or all purpose vehicle on any land or waters other than private property or waters owned by or leased to such person's parent or guardian, unless accompanied by another person who is eighteen years of age, or older, and who holds a license as provided in subsection (a) hereof, except that the Ohio Department of Natural Resources may permit such operation on State controlled land under its jurisdiction when such person is less than sixteen years of age but is twelve years of age or older and is accompanied by a parent or guardian who is a licensed driver eighteen years of age or older.
(ORC 4519.44)