§ 21–1205.2
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Transp. § 21-1205.2 (2026)
Title 21. Vehicle Laws -- Rules of the Road
Subtitle 12. Operation of Bicycles and Play Vehicles
§ 21–1205.2LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, electric bicycles may be operated where bicycles are allowed to travel, including bike lanes.
(2)
(i)
A local authority or State agency that has jurisdiction over a bicycle path may prohibit the operation of a Class 1 or Class 2 electric bicycle on the bicycle path.
(ii)
A Class 3 electric bicycle may not be operated on a bicycle path unless:
(1)
The bicycle path is within or adjacent to a highway right–of–way; or
(2)
Allowed by a local authority or State agency with jurisdiction over the bicycle path.
(iii)
A local authority or State agency with jurisdiction over a trail may regulate the use of electric bicycles of any class on a trail designated as nonmotorized if the trail has a natural surface tread made by clearing and grading native soil with no added surfacing materials.
(b)
(1)
A person under the age of 16 years may not operate a Class 3 electric bicycle on a public highway.
(2)
A person under the age of 16 years may ride as a passenger on a Class 3 electric bicycle that is designed to accommodate passengers.