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Braidwood police report: calls and upcoming state e-bike rules will change enforcement
Summary
Police presented recent activity data (382 calls, 35 case reports, nine arrests) and warned that Illinois Senate Bill 3336, effective Jan. 1, 2027, will redefine e-bike and scooter classifications and require officer education for enforcement.
Police Chief presented the department's activity for July 14–27: 382 calls for service, 35 case reports, nine arrests generating 16 charges, 131 traffic stops, 32 citations, 77 written warnings and 22 parking or related tickets.
The chief also said he received an IDOT letter reducing the speed limit from 45 to 40 at Cole City Road and Division, and described Illinois Senate Bill 3336 — which takes effect Jan. 1, 2027 — as a change that will better define and regulate electric micro-mobility devices. "It's going to go into effect 01/01/2027," the chief said, adding that the law will require officer education to distinguish device classes and appropriate enforcement steps.
Council members asked about helmet rules, age limits and enforcement options; the chief said early enforcement would emphasize education, moving to citations and potential impoundment if problems continue.
