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Police warn residents about low-speed electric vehicles; newsletter item planned
Summary
Anchorage police reported dealerships are advising buyers incorrectly that no driver's license is required for low-speed electric vehicles. Chief Hayes said state law requires drivers be at least 16 with a valid license; the city will publish a newsletter article to clarify.
Chief Dean Hayes told the council Anchorage police are encountering low-speed electric vehicles where dealerships are telling buyers that no driver's license is required. Hayes said state law requires drivers to be 16 years old with a valid license and the city will publish an article in the next city newsletter to inform residents of the law.
Council did not take regulatory action at the meeting but directed public information staff to include the clarification in the newsletter to prevent resident confusion and potential enforcement issues.
