August 27, 2026
As you may already be aware, the Ingleside City Council has approved a new ordinance regarding scooters and e-bikes. Please see below for the most up-to-date information received from the Ingleside Police Department.
The City of Ingleside has adopted a new ordinance for motor-assisted scooters, bicycles, and electric bicycles to improve safety for riders, pedestrians, and motorists. These rules take effect September 3, 2026.
Helmet Required: All riders under 18 years of age must wear a properly fitted and securely fastened helmet when riding on public property.
Children Under 13: Children under 13 may ride on public streets only when accompanied and directly supervised by a parent or legal guardian.
Additional Age & Passenger Restrictions
• Riders under 15 years of age may not operate a Class 3 electric bicycle.
• No passenger may ride on a scooter, bicycle, or e-bike unless it was specifically designed and equipped by the manufacturer to carry a passenger.
Sidewalk & Trail Safety
• Maximum speed: 10 MPH
• Yield to pedestrians
• Slow down and provide an audible warning before passing
• Do not block crosswalks
Safe Riding
• Obey all traffic signs and signals
• Do not operate recklessly or unsafely
• Children may not wear earbuds or headphones in both ears while riding.
Night Riding: A white front light and a red rear light or reflector are required when riding after dark.
Not Permitted
• Motor-assisted scooters on streets posted above 35 MPH (except when crossing at an intersection)
• Riding in playgrounds, splash pad areas, athletic fields, or other posted restricted areas
• Pocket bikes and mini motorbikes on public property
Parental Responsibility: Parents, guardians, and persons having legal custody of a child may not knowingly permit a child to violate these regulations. A violation of this section constitutes a separate offense.
Penalty: Violations of this ordinance may result in a Class C misdemeanor citation and fine.
For more information, you may read more on the City of Ingleside Code of Ordinances website.
The City of Ingleside has adopted a new ordinance for motor-assisted scooters, bicycles, and electric bicycles to improve safety for riders, pedestrians, and motorists. These rules take effect September 3, 2026.
Helmet Required: All riders under 18 years of age must wear a properly fitted and securely fastened helmet when riding on public property.
Children Under 13: Children under 13 may ride on public streets only when accompanied and directly supervised by a parent or legal guardian.
Additional Age & Passenger Restrictions
• Riders under 15 years of age may not operate a Class 3 electric bicycle.
• No passenger may ride on a scooter, bicycle, or e-bike unless it was specifically designed and equipped by the manufacturer to carry a passenger.
Sidewalk & Trail Safety
• Maximum speed: 10 MPH
• Yield to pedestrians
• Slow down and provide an audible warning before passing
• Do not block crosswalks
Safe Riding
• Obey all traffic signs and signals
• Do not operate recklessly or unsafely
• Children may not wear earbuds or headphones in both ears while riding.
Night Riding: A white front light and a red rear light or reflector are required when riding after dark.
Not Permitted
• Motor-assisted scooters on streets posted above 35 MPH (except when crossing at an intersection)
• Riding in playgrounds, splash pad areas, athletic fields, or other posted restricted areas
• Pocket bikes and mini motorbikes on public property
Parental Responsibility: Parents, guardians, and persons having legal custody of a child may not knowingly permit a child to violate these regulations. A violation of this section constitutes a separate offense.
Penalty: Violations of this ordinance may result in a Class C misdemeanor citation and fine.
For more information, you may read more on the City of Ingleside Code of Ordinances website.