[OldManTime]

Did you all know that anyone driving a golf cart on public roads (all the Villages) without a valid drivers license is subject to arrest?

[Walter123]

Originally Posted by OldManTime

Did you all know that anyone driving a golf cart on public roads (all the Villages) without a valid drivers license is subject to arrest?

Wrong.......


GOLF CARTS Q&A #9

What is the minimum age to operate a golf cart in The Villages?

Drivers must be at least 14 years of age under Florida law. Therefore, a golf cart driver is not required by Florida law to be a licensed driver, but it is nonetheless a good idea. In addition to being of age, drivers are also charged with knowing the rules of the road.

http://www.golfcartsafety.com/questions-answers#q_gc_9

[EnglishJW]

http://www.fruitlandpark.org/Meeting...023%202012.pdf

[GatorFan]

Florida law dies not require a drivers license to drive a golf cart. You must be 14 or older. Some insurance companies do not require one have a drivers license because the law does not. VHA has a great golf cart safety program once a month. Law enforcement and insurance agent are there to answer your questions.

[GatorFan]

In answer to your question, if one does not have a drivers license they are issued one, ticket issued then license suspended. Once child obtains drivers license they start off with violation. Of course if someone who does not have a drivers license and never gets one it does not effect them except they have to pay the ticket or in case of DUI could spend some time in jail.

[TexaninVA]

I have two reactions.

First … what does it say about the judgment of the parents to allow this? Laws notwithstanding, common sense would say “sorry kids, no taking the cart”

Second …when we first moved here we took the golf cart safety course, and it made an impression. I remember one of the panelists saying (in effect) that should you let your 14 year old grandson drive your golf cart away by himself, just remember that everything you own in life is riding on that cart with him. (referring to lawsuit potential).

In the meantime, it’s good to know the kid will apparently recover. Lesson learned, the hard way.

[OBXNana]

If I read correctly, the young boy hurt was riding in the rear, the driver hit a bump, and the rear passenger fell out. Seat belts might be a good idea in carts, regardless of the age of the driver and passengers.

[Sandtrap328]

Originally Posted by OBXNana

If I read correctly, the young boy hurt was riding in the rear, the driver hit a bump, and the rear passenger fell out. Seat belts might be a good idea in carts, regardless of the age of the driver and passengers.

Of course, seat belts are a good idea. However, HOW are you going to make sure a 12 to 14 year old WILL wear the seat belts when off on their own in the family golf cart.

Remember, these people WERE NOT from The Villages but were townspeople of Fruitland Park.

It is absolutely ridiculous to let young teen and pre-teen boys go alone in the family golf cart. Very, very poor parenting!

[OBXNana]

Originally Posted by Sandtrap328

Of course, seat belts are a good idea. However, HOW are you going to make sure a 12 to 14 year old WILL wear the seat belts when off on their own in the family golf cart.

Remember, these people WERE NOT from The Villages but were townspeople of Fruitland Park.

It is absolutely ridiculous to let young teen and pre-teen boys go alone in the family golf cart. Very, very poor parenting!

I wasn't praising their parenting skills, I was commenting on the use of seat belts by anyone that drives or rides in a golf cart.

[Sandtrap328]

Originally Posted by OBXNana

I wasn't praising their parenting skills, I was commenting on the use of seat belts by anyone that drives or rides in a golf cart.

I know, your comment is good and should be taken by everyone.

I have seen many adults in The Villages riding in the rear facing seats not seat belted in AND holding a small child on their lap or a baby in their arms.