Parents Information

Most parents know that every child under the age of sixteen must wear an approved helmet when riding a bicycle. As of January 1, 2004, the law was changed to extend to those children under sixteen who use roller blades, non-motorized scooters, and skateboards, as well as bicycles.  If a child is under twelve years of age, the law allows for the parent or guardian to be cited if the child is in violation. If the child is between twelve and fifteen years of age, either the parent or child may be cited.   

The traffic fine for a child under 16 not wearing a helmet is $77.00. The traffic citation can be issued to the child or the parent for endangering a bicycle rider. This is at the discretion of the officer.   

Motorized, gas powered, electric scooters fall under a different category. No one under the age of 16 can operate motorized, gas powered or electric scooters.  Read More.