New York S02530 amends the vehicle and traffic law to prohibit operating a bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

New York S02530 amends the vehicle and traffic law to prohibit operating a bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It applies to public highways, private roads open to motor vehicle traffic, parking lots, and sidewalks. The bill outlines penalties for violations, including fines and imprisonment. It also specifies the conditions under which chemical tests can be administered and the admissibility of test results in court. The provisions of this section cannot be enforced unless in conjunction with a crash involving a bicycle or bicycle with electric assist.

New York S02530 amends the vehicle and traffic law to prohibit operating a bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

New York S02530 amends the vehicle and traffic law to prohibit operating a bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It applies to public highways, private roads open to motor vehicle traffic, parking lots, and sidewalks. The bill outlines penalties for violations, including fines and imprisonment. It also specifies the conditions under which chemical tests can be administered and the admissibility of test results in court. The provisions of this section cannot be enforced unless in conjunction with a crash involving a bicycle or bicycle with electric assist.