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Common Ordinances/Laws
Mopeds
"Go-Peds"
Paint Ball Guns
Mopeds
The Novi Police Department would like to clarify the laws
regarding Mopeds.
- License / Drivers Age:
Minimum drivers age is 15 yrs old and a special Moped license must
be obtained from the Secretary of State. Otherwise a valid drivers
license is needed.
- Helmet Use:
Less than 19 yrs of age must wear an approved motorcycle helmet.
- Driving on the Sidewalk or Bike Paths:
Is not permitted.
- Roadway Use:
Mopeds may be operated on the roadway if it displays a valid
permit and all traffic laws are obeyed. Mopeds must be driven as
near to right side of the roadway as possible.
- Driving with Passengers:
No passengers are permitted.
- Registration:
Mopeds are required to be registered with the Secretary of State
and a registration decal must be affixed to the rear bumper.
Contact the Novi Police Department at 248-348-7100 regarding any
questions.
"Go-Peds"
Go-Peds are not permitted to be operated within The City of Novi.
Go-Peds fall under the definition of a Moped. However, without
all of the accessories needed for operation, i.e., SEAT, REARVIEW
MIRROR, HORN, HANDLEBAR HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS, STOP / BRAKE LIGHT,
FRONT & REAR BRAKES, and HEAD LIGHT, this type of vehicle can not be
operated in the roadway and laws prevent the use of it on a side
walk.
Also, City of Novi ordinances prevent the operation of "Go-Peds"
on private property.
Contact the Novi Police Department at 248-348-7100 regarding any
questions.
Paint Ball Guns
City of Novi ordinance prevents the possession or use of a "PAINT
BALL" gun outside of ones domicile.
This ordinance also applies to all air guns, BB guns, gas
operated guns, spring gun, slingshots, wrist rockets, peashooter, or
any bow.
Contact the Novi Police Department at 248-348-7100 regarding any
questions.
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