(A) For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ELECTRIC PERSONAL ASSISTIVE MOBILITY DEVICE. Has the same definition as previously set forth in § 71.183.
OPERATOR. Refers to the operator of an electric personal assistive mobility device.
(B) An electric personal assistive mobility device shall be equipped with front, rear, and side reflectors, a braking system that enables the operator to bring the device to a controlled stop, and, if operated at any time from one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise, a lamp that emits a white light that sufficiently illuminates the area in front of the device.
(C) An operator of an electric personal assistive mobility device traveling on a sidewalk, roadway, or bicycle path shall have the rights and duties of a pedestrian and shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with pedestrians. An operator shall yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.
(D) Except as provided in this section, no other provisions of the motor vehicle code shall apply to electric personal assistive mobility devices.
(Ord. passed 5-11-2021) Penalty, see § 71.999