Laws of Kick Scooters in NYC

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    👑RebYidd23
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    Do you ride them in the street or on the pavement? Are they legal altogether?

    #1155872
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    Just checked the definitions article in the Vehicle and Traffic laws. They aren’t defined as Bicycles, In-line skates, Roller skates, Skate boards, or Vehicles so I don’t know what laws would apply to them.

    #1155873
    Abba_S
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    What exactly is a Kick scooter? Does it have an engine or is it just propelled by your foot? I have only seen them on the sidewalk but it doesn’t mean they are legal as I have seen motorized bike on the sidewalk and I know they are illegal. As long as you are not bumping into people I don’t think the cops will bother you. In the street I think it’s too dangerous.

    #1155874
    YW Moderator-42
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    How about drones and toy helicopters? Are they allowed to be flown anywhere?

    #1155875
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    How about drones and toy helicopters? Are they allowed to be flown anywhere?

    Not in controlled airspace or within 5 miles of an airport. The term “airport” includes any helipads.

    I think the only points on NYC are parts of Riverdale (but not near schools or hospitals) and parts of Van Cortlandt Park.

    #1155876
    Abba_S
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    As long as you are flying them under 50 feet and not near airports hospitals or construction sites, I don’t think there should be a problem.

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