(1)

1. (a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, an electric personal assistive mobility device is subject to the provisions under this chapter for a bicycle, moped, or a motor-driven cycle.

2. (b) For a person operating an electric personal assistive mobility device, the following provisions do not apply:

   1. (i) seating positions under Section 41-6a-1501;
   2. (ii) required lights, horns, and mirrors under Section 41-6a-1506;
   3. (iii) entitlement to full use of a lane under Subsection 41-6a-1502(1); and
   4. (iv) driver licensing requirements under Section 53-3-202.

(3) A person may not operate an electric personal assistive mobility device:

1. (a) on a highway consisting of a total of four or more lanes designated for regular vehicular traffic, except when operating in a lane designated for bicycle traffic;
2. (b) on a highway with a posted speed limit greater than 35 miles per hour, except when operating in a lane designated for bicycle traffic; or
3. (c) that has been structurally or mechanically altered from the original manufacturer's design.

(5) A person may operate an electric personal assistive mobility device on a sidewalk if the operation does not:

1. (a) exceed a speed which is greater than is reasonable or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility, and pedestrians; or
2. (b) endanger the safety of other persons or property.

(7)

1. (a) An electric personal assistive mobility device may be operated on:

   1. (i) a path or trail designed for the use of a bicycle; or
   2. (ii) on a highway where a bicycle is allowed, including any lane designated for bicycle traffic regardless of the posted speed limit or number of general purpose lanes.
2. (b) A person operating an electric personal assistive mobility device in an area described in Subsection (7)(a)(i) or (ii) is subject to the laws governing bicycles.

(8) A person may operate an electric personal assistive mobility device at night if the device is equipped with or the operator is wearing:

1. (a) a lamp pointing to the front that emits a white light visible from a distance of not less than 300 feet in front of the device; and
2. (b) front, rear, and side reflectors.