Md. Code Ann., Transp. § 11-117.1
Redline — January 1, 2019 → current.View current text →
Current — January 1, 2020
As of January 1, 2019
“Electric bicycle” means a vehicle that:
(1) Is designed to be operated by human power with the assistance of an electric motor;
(a) “Electric bicycle” means a vehicle that: (1) Is designed to be operated by human power with the assistance of an electric motor; (2) Is equipped with fully operable pedals; (3) Has two or three wheels; (4) Has a motor with a rating of 750 watts or less; and (5) Meets one of the requirements of subsection (b) of this section.
(2) Is equipped with fully operable pedals;
(3) Has two or three wheels;
(4) Has a motor with a rating of 500 watts or less; and
(5) Is capable of a maximum speed of 20 miles per hour on a level surface when powered by the motor.
(b) (1) A Class 1 electric bicycle is equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 20 miles per hour.
(2) A Class 2 electric bicycle is equipped with a motor that provides assistance whether or not the rider is pedaling the bicycle and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 20 miles per hour.
(3) A Class 3 electric bicycle is equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 28 miles per hour.
Official source: Maryland General Assembly. Reproduced from public-domain Maryland statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.