Scooting and Sidewalks – Does California Ban E-Scooters From City Sidewalks?
It’s no secret that pedestrians and businesses don’t like e-scooters on their sidewalks. Many people have complained these e-scooters pose a significant public safety threat, especially for the visually impaired. But does that mean it’s illegal for Californians to scoot on sidewalks? In brief, California forbids residents from using e-scooters on sidewalks. CVC §21235 clearly lists sidewalks as a “no-go” area for e-scooters.