By Darryl DuFay
Venice LAPD personnel were notified two months ago about current CA Vehicle Codes (CVC), relating to electric scooters such as Bird and Lime.
Commanding Officer Captain James Roberts sent out a notice.
Electric scooters are a “moving” vehicle. Therefore, it is like a car or motorcycle. It falls under the jurisdiction of the LAPD West Traffic Division. When illegally parked they fall under the Department of Parking enforcement.
The LA City Council is also working on their own Rules and Regulations and implementations. However, the CVC supersedes the City Rules and Regulations where they may disagree.
The City can also decide how many scooters are allowed to be used and where and when. Where they can be parked. Also, what permits and costs of operating in the City, etc.
