New Golf Cart Laws
There was talk a few months ago about some changes to the laws governing Golf Cart usage. Specifically, it was to be that a cart would be able to cross a state highway (i.e. US441/27) wherever there was a traffic signal.
Anyone know the outcome of this law or if it's legal to do so, as of today? |
Not sure, But I hope they make that law change. Crossing 441 would be nice.
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THIS IS AN ARTICLE FROM THE NOVEMBER 2012 VHA NEWSLETTER
The Villages Fact Finder Golf Carts Crossing Highways Communications with Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles regarding golf cart operation concerning public crossing of highways in January gave The Villages Voice an update to share with Villagers. It appears that section 316.212,F.S. governs the public’s use of golf carts and section 316.2126 applies only to the operation of golf carts by city, county and state agents / employees. Section 316.2126, F.S. speaks to employees, park volunteers, etc. if the intent was to apply to anyone, s. 316.212,F.S. should have been the amended statute. There may be clarifying language put forward in the 2013 legislative session. Present Situation Section 316.2126, F.S., authorizes municipalities to utilize golf carts and utility vehicles upon state, county, or municipal roads located within the corporate limits of the municipality. This authorization is subject to certain conditions. For example, municipalities must ensure golf carts and utility vehicles comply with certain state operational and safety requirements, as well as municipal ordinances that are more restrictive than state law. One operational requirement governing golf carts and utility vehicles is that they may be operated only on state roads that have a posted speed limit of 30 miles per hour or less. Effect of Changes The bill amends s. 316.2126, F.S., to expand the scope of golf cart and utility vehicle operation upon state roads. The bill creates s. 316.2126(1)(d) and (e), F.S., to authorize golf carts and utility vehicles to cross state roads (only at intersections with an official traffic control device) that have a speed limit of 45 miles per hour or less and to authorize golf carts and utility vehicles to be operated on sidewalks adjacent to state highways if the golf carts and utility vehicles yield to pedestrians and if the sidewalks are at least five feet wide. Opinion Cabinet & Legislative Affairs, Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles It is difficult to prove if the legislative intent was intended to apply to everyone or merely to clarify that municipal workers could cross the specified roadways. Should any changes be approved in the upcoming legislative session related to the operation of golf carts in the section of law, our legislative staff will keep your community apprised. Additional Clarification Needed Since state and local law enforcement authorities cannot definitely include (or exclude) public golf cart drivers’ participation along with certain municipal workers, local and state law enforcement also is seeking legislative guidance on the matter. In the meantime, authorization for Villagers to cross state highways is not expected to be clarified nor authorized by January 2013 when this ambiguous change goes have reduced the noise and smell concerns, and the 250-mile range is winning the day for many buyers. While golf carts are limited to 20 mph, an increase to 25 mph and driving on roadways rated up to 35 mph is possible in Florida for low speed vehicles. Recent changes in Florida law now permits conversion of gas, as well as, electric golf carts, along with neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs). Gas Carts Now Can Convert to LSVs The state of Florida recently authorized the inclusion of gas powered golf carts for conversion to Low Speed Vehicles. Information is available through the county tax collector from vehicle registration personnel. Once converted, the converted vehicle will be given a state issue vehicle identification numbers and require registration, license and appropriate insurance, in addition to the cost of conversion. Please note that the process is not reversible back to a golf cart, and resale of a golf cart converted to a Low Speed Vehicle may be more difficult than a golf cart resale. |
Check CNN.com. There was something on the tv station today about the many state laws that were to take effect today, and a "go-cart" law in FL was one of them. It might be on their web site.
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On one of the local evening news programs today they mentioned that it is legal to drive a golf cart on the sidewalk as long as it is longer than 5 feet.
I for one would not want to be the first person to try out that law. I think I will be doing some additional research on that one. VG |
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I found something regarding the new law as it related to driving on the sidewalk. First it must be approved by the local governing body and the sidewalk needs to be 8 feet wide.
VG |
Can't be any more dangerous than crossing at Colony.
I've been almost T boned twice once by a LSV that left the cart path and mad a left turn towards Morse. Either use the trail OR the road not change your mind half way through. |
seems funny that you can
1. walk across the street 2. ride a bike 3. pull a wagon 4. skip 5. BUT NOOO GOLF CART |
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Love the bottom addition... RESTORE THE JERSEY SHORE...:bigbow: we live in point pleasant beach and soon to be in Fernandina 205 at least part time for the next year. Bill & Rona |
bill - that tag line is there just for folks like you and rona - and for mueller's bakery, too! ;)
how long before you get to fernandina? we hope to be in tv by this time next week! it is getting too cold up here? i hope your rebuilding is going well. |
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We will be back in our home this weekend. Worked the last 8 weeks rebuilding the whole first floor.. Never again...:bigbow:... I hope:pepper2::pepper2: |
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