From the Eastchester Police Department:
Over the past several weeks our department has received an increased number of complaints from residents and motorists regarding the reckless operation of electric bicycles and scooters.
In many cases, the operators have been found to be less than 16 years of age. We are writing to remind parents that the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law as well as Town of Eastchester Local Law prohibit the operation of E-Bikes and E-scooters by anyone under the age of 16.
Additionally, both laws provide further restriction on where they can be operated as well as the required safety equipment. We requesting the public’s cooperation in ensuring that parents and guardians are not allowing their children to operate E-Bikes or E-Scooters illegally.
Parents or guardians allowing their operation illegally may be subject to a summons and fine, and bikes or scooters may be impounded.
