# Transportation (GTR)

## Title 21. Vehicle Laws -- Rules of the Road

### Subtitle 12. Operation of Bicycles and Play Vehicles

#### Section 21-1203

(a) The operator of a bicycle or a motor scooter may ride the bicycle or motor scooter only:

  (1) On or astride a permanent and regular seat securely attached to it; or

  (2) For an electric low speed scooter, by standing on a platform designed to carry the operator.

(b) A bicycle may not carry any passenger unless it is designed for and equipped with a seat securely attached to it for each passenger.

(c) A motor scooter may not carry any passenger unless it is designed for and equipped with a seat securely attached to it and footrests for each passenger.

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Md. Code Ann., Transp. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)