E-Bike laws in Maryland

E-Bike Laws in Maryland

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Helmet
Helmet required for all riders under 16 and for Class 3 operators
Throttle
Three class structure in Transportation Article §11 117 1 Class 1 and 2 assist 20 mph Class 3 28 mph
Trails
Allowed on roads and bike lanes unless prohibited by local jurisdiction Class 3 limited on multiuse trails
Min age
Minimum age 16 for Class 3
Licensing
No driver license or registration required for standard e bikes
Classes
Three class framework in Maryland Code Transportation §11 117 1 and §21 1205

FAQ

Do I need a helmet to ride an e-bike in Maryland?
Helmet required for all riders under 16 and for Class 3 operators
Are throttle e-bikes (Class 2) legal?
Three class structure in Transportation Article §11 117 1 Class 1 and 2 assist 20 mph Class 3 28 mph
Are e-bikes allowed on trails and multi-use paths?
Allowed on roads and bike lanes unless prohibited by local jurisdiction Class 3 limited on multiuse trails
What’s the minimum age to ride?
Minimum age 16 for Class 3
Do I need a license, registration, or insurance?
No driver license or registration required for standard e bikes
Does Maryland use the 3-class system?
Three class framework in Maryland Code Transportation §11 117 1 and §21 1205

Sources

City E-Bike Guides in Maryland

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