Police: small motorized scooters often illegal; OWI laws generally don't apply to e-bikes

Sep 9, 2024

Chief Kelly told Monroe’s committee that small motorized 'pocket' scooters generally cannot be ridden on public streets in Wisconsin and that OWI/drunk-driving statutes apply to motor vehicles, not to e-bikes classified as bicycles.

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During the committee’s e-bike discussion, Chief Kelly distinguished e-bikes from other small motorized devices and clarified enforcement limits.

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