ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County Commissioners unanimously approved an ordinance governing the use of mobility devices such as e-bikes and e-scooters.
The new measure prohibits riders from going more than 10 miles per hour on sidewalks and shared paths. Anyone who violates that rule by riding recklessly may face penalties, including a $100 fine or impoundment of the device. Violators under 18 would face the same penalties, and their parents or guardians would be notified.
“I don’t want to get hit by an e-bike whether I’m walking or driving,” said 6th Commissioner Michael Scott. “I think everyone’s been in a situation where you almost hit someone, and someone almost hits them. So mainly, it’s to make sure we’re all protected, especially our young people.”
This ordinance comes one month after the Orange County School Board passed a measure that only allows high school students with a license or a learner’s permit to ride e-bikes and e-scooters to campus. District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson said she wants to work with OCPS to create a regional approach to mobility device guidelines.
“I don’t want to villainize the use of (e-bikes) because people need to get around,” said Wilson. “We just need safety mechanisms in place.”
The ordinance takes effect immediately, although Wilson said the Orange County Sheriff’s Office will have a grace period to train its personnel.
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