MOTORIZED SCOOTER "GO-PEDS" ARE A NO-GO ON PUBLIC STREETS!
 
 
 
Many residents have questioned the Police about the legality of having children operating motorized scooters or "Go-Peds" as they are commonly known.  Many young people are utilizing the motorized scooters as a means of transportation. However, these scooters as defined by NJ Motor Vehicle and Traffic Laws, N.J.S.A. 39:1-1, are considered motor vehicles and more specifically, considered a motorcycle.
 
Since these scooters are considered as motor vehicles, they are therefore REQUIRED to be operated by a licensed operator, properly registered, and insured.
 
 
  TITLE 39  MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC REGULATION