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Nassau County Bans E-Bikes, Scooters Amid Controversy

3/23/2026

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Nassau County, New York, is enacting a ban on e-bikes and scooters with fines up to $700.
The move follows New York City relaxing traffic laws for cyclists, prompting residents' frustration and enforcement debate.
Nassau County Police cited a law prohibiting motorized scooters and certain e-bikes on roadways.
Daniel Flanzig, an e-bike accident lawyer, says Class 2 and 3 e-bikes are legal and officials have not commented on the backlash.

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Nassau County, New York, is enacting a ban on e-bikes and scooters with fines up to $700.
The move follows New York City relaxing traffic laws for cyclists, prompting residents' frustration and enforcement debate.
Nassau County Police cited a law prohibiting motorized scooters and certain e-bikes on roadways.
Daniel Flanzig, an e-bike accident lawyer, says Class 2 and 3 e-bikes are legal and officials have not commented on the backlash.