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constellate1 t1_ivxtv7g wrote

Where are we on scooters? Car lane, bike lane, sidewalk, or a fourth?

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tbootsbrewing t1_ivy5yi8 wrote

E-Scooters? Definitely not sidewalk. Bike lane if you're operating it with courtesy.

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Cav_vaC t1_iw2pj9o wrote

Ehh or sidewalk if you're going slowly and carefully. That's sort of the big thing with these e-mobility devices, you can become a pedestrian or near-pedestrian whenever it's convenient. Just retain responsibility for not being a jerk, and prioritizing the safety of others around you.

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Master_Dogs t1_iw0rz3f wrote

I believe either the car lane or bike lane, but not on sidewalks or recreational bike paths. That's based on the actual law here: https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleXIV/Chapter90/Section1E

Plus this page from the Salem PD has some notes: https://www.salemma.gov/salem-police-department/awareness/pages/scooter-law

Though this ultimately depends on the type of scooter I believe. Slower scooters can likely get away with bike path riding for example (I see it all the time, no one cares if you're going <20 mph and slowing down for pedestrians and slower cyclists). Don't go flying 30 mph in a bike lane either, if you can reach those speeds you probably belong in the right most travel lane.

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