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Staying Safe While Riding in Los Angeles County

The same rules for helmet and rider safety apply to all modes of personal transportation – including skateboards, roller skates, rollerblades, bicycles, and scooters.

Report Safety Issues – If you see something, say something. If you see debris in the bike lane, blocked lanes, or other safety hazards, let the County know by calling (800) 675-HELP. If there’s something wrong with your bike/scooter, stop riding and report the problem to the rental company.

The Los Angeles County On-Demand Personal Mobility Devices Pilot Program is based on a collaborative set of regulations for the safe commercial operation of devices such as e-scooters, electric bicycles, and bicycles in public right-of-way in unincorporated Los Angeles County. The specifications include details regarding rules of use, parking, and public safety.

Basic Operation Rules for Riders

• It is highly encouraged to wear a helmet.
• You must be a minimum of 18 years old with a valid Driver’s License to operate an e-scooter participating in the Pilot Program
• Devices are to be ridden on streets, and where available, in bicycle lanes and bicycle paths
• Riding on streets with a speed limit greater than 25 miles per hour is prohibited, unless you are in a bicycle lane
• Riding on the sidewalk is strictly prohibited
• E-scooters cannot exceed 15 miles per hour
• Users may not carry additional passengers
• Users shall ride responsibly
• Users shall yield to pedestrians
• Devices must be parked in the permitted areas only
• When riding on-street, follow the rules of the road and all motor vehicle laws
• Devices are not to be used for racing, “stunts”, or jumps

For safety tips on how to ride your device, visit our: safety tips page.
For rules about parking your device, visit our: e-scooter and Bicycle Parking Guide.