Me. Stat. tit. 29-A § 2084

Current through 131st (2023-2024) Legislature Chapter 684
Section 2084 - Bicycles and scooters
1.Night equipment. A bicycle, scooter or motorized bicycle or tricycle, when in use in the nighttime, must have:
A. Lighted a front light that emits a white light visible from a distance of at least 200 feet to the front; [2003, c. 510, Pt. A, §25(RPR).]
B. A red or amber light or reflector to the rear that is visible at least 200 feet to the rear; and [2003, c. 510, Pt. A, §25(RPR).]
C. Reflector material on the pedals, unless the bicyclist is wearing reflective material on the feet or ankles. [2003, c. 510, Pt. A, §25(RPR).]

A bicyclist may also use optional supplementary reflectors, lights or reflective or lighted safety equipment.

[2003, c. 510, Pt. A, §25(RPR).]

2.Brakes. A bicycle, scooter or motorized bicycle or tricycle must be equipped with a brake sufficient to enable the operator to stop the vehicle or device within a reasonable distance.

[2001, c. 360, §12(AMD).]

29-A M.R.S. § 2084

1993, c. 683, §A2 (NEW) . 1993, c. 683, §B5 (AFF) . 2001, c. 148, § 5 (AMD) . 2001, c. 360, § 12 (AMD) . 2001, c. 440, §L1 (AMD) . 2003, c. 510, §A25 (AMD) .