Signed by Governor Tom Wolf

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with House amendments and pass a bill that limits the use of off-road vehicles and authorizes the forfeiture thereof.

Highlights:

• Prohibits operation of all-terrain vehicles or dirt bikes on highways, sidewalks, and pedalcycle lanes (Page 3-4).

• Establishes penalties including fines up to $300, coverage of prosecution costs; imprisonment if “in default of the payment of the fines or costs” (Page 4).

• Authorizes forfeiture (post-conviction), impoundment of all-terrain vehicles and dirt bikes (Page 5).

• Defines “urban municipality” to which prohibitions apply (Page 6).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to amend and pass a bill that authorizes the use of off-road vehicles and authorizes the forfeiture thereof.

Highlights:

• Prohibits operation of all-terrain vehicles or dirt bikes on highways, sidewalks, and pedalcycle lanes (Page 3-4).

• Establishes penalties including fines up to $300, coverage of prosecution costs; imprisonment if “in default of the payment of the fines or costs” (Page 4).

• Authorizes forfeiture (post-conviction), impoundment of all-terrain vehicles and dirt bikes (Page 5).

• Defines “urban municipality” to which prohibitions apply (Page 6).

Full Bill Text