New Jersey Borough Cracks Down on Unsafe E-bike Use with Strict Ordinance

New E-bike Ordinance in Florham Park

• 📌 Florham Park, New Jersey, has implemented a new ordinance to address the growing problem of unsafe e-bike and electric scooter use.
• ⚠️ Law enforcement officials report a rise in deadly e-bike accidents across the state, prompting stricter regulations.

Key Regulations for Riders

• 🛣️ E-bikes and electric scooters must stay on the right side of the road and obey traffic laws.
• 🚫 Riding on sidewalks and borough property is prohibited.
• ⛑️ Riders under 17 years old are required to wear a helmet.

Parental Responsibility and Fines

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents are held responsible for fines incurred by riders under 17.
• 💰 Fines start at $250 and can escalate to $1,000 for a third offense.
• ⚖️ The ordinance also allows for the impoundment of e-bikes.

Goals of the New Ordinance

• 🎯 The primary goal is to enhance the safety of riders, particularly teenagers, and the general public.
• 🤝 Police emphasize that the aim is to correct unsafe behavior rather than punish young riders and their families.
• 🚗 The ordinance seeks to prevent incidents, such as a FedEx driver being hit by an e-bike while making a delivery.