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Operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles in Colorado

class 2 misdemeanor traffic offenseCurrent through 2026 Colorado legislative session

Operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles is a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 42-4-1412. As a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range Colorado sets for that offense class. Colorado sorts criminal offenses into felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses, each carrying its own penalty range.

Defined by C.R.S. § 42-4-1412.

What is the penalty for operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles in Colorado?

Penalties for Operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prison10 days to 90 daysdiscretionaryC.R.S. § 42-4-1701
Fine150 usd to 300 usddiscretionaryC.R.S. § 42-4-1701

Applies to current.

Common questions about operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles in Colorado

Is operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?

Operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles is a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense in Colorado under C.R.S. § 42-4-1412.

What are the penalties for operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles in Colorado?

As a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense, operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles carries 10 days to 90 days of incarceration and a fine of $150 to $300 under C.R.S. § 42-4-1701 (current).

Which Colorado statute covers operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles?

Operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles is governed by C.R.S. § 42-4-1412 (Operation of bicycles, electric scooters, and other human-powered vehicles).

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.