Fayette Golf Carts, Operation on Streets and Roads: Classification as Low-Speed Vehicles: Violations, Penalty ordinance (§ 340.117)

A. Classification. A golf cart which may be operated on the streets, roads and alleyways of the City shall be classified as a low-speed vehicle (LSV).

1. The following must appear on the manufactured statement of origin (MSO):

a. The body type must be specified as a low-speed vehicle.

b. There must be a statement indicating that the LSV meets or exceeds the minimal Federal safety requirements.

2. All golf carts classified as low-speed vehicles shall be manufactured in compliance with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration standards for low-speed vehicles. Golf carts operated on City streets shall conform to safety standards as outlined in 49 CFR 571.500c.

B. Requirements For Operating Golf Carts On Streets, Roads Or Alleyways Within The City.

1. The golf cart shall be currently registered and licensed pursuant to City ordinances.

2. Any individual operating a golf cart shall have a valid operator's or chauffeur's license, but is not required to pass an examination for the operation of a motorcycle.

3. The golf cart shall be properly insured and such proof of insurance shall specifically list the vehicle as referenced by the serial number and year of model.

4. Any individual operating a golf cart shall be at least eighteen (18) years old.

5. Any individual operating a golf cart shall wear a properly fastened seat belt.

6. The golf cart shall be operated at a speed of less than twenty (20) miles per hour pursuant to Section 304.034, RSMo.

7. The golf cart shall have a bicycle safety flag, which extends not less than seven (7) feet above the ground, attached to the rear of the vehicle; the flag shall be day-glow colored and shall be triangular shaped, with an area not less than thirty (30) square inches.

C. No individual operating a golf cart shall:

1. Operate the golf cart in any careless or imprudent manner so as to endanger any person or property of any person.

2. Operate the golf cart while under the influence of alcohol or controlled substance.

3. Operate the golf cart between the hours of official sunset and sunrise, unless the golf cart is properly equipped with headlights, tail lights, brake lights and turn signals.

4. Operate the golf cart on any Federal, State or County highways, except to cross.

5. Cross any Federal or State highway at an intersection where the highway being crossed has a posted speed limit of more than forty-five (45) miles per hour.

D. A violation of this Section shall be an ordinance violation.