San Diego Launches E-Bike Safety Campaign Amid New Regulations
Law enforcement in San Diego has launched a new e-bike safety campaign following the approval of new regulations in June. These regulations include an age limit of 12 years for Class 1 and 2 e-bikes and 16 years for Class…
San Diego, CA, August 7, 2026 —
San Diego law enforcement has initiated a comprehensive e-bike safety campaign, coinciding with the recent implementation of new regulations. Approved in June, these regulations establish age restrictions for the operation of various classes of electric bicycles. The campaign seeks to bolster public awareness and ensure compliance with the newly established rules.
Under the new regulations, individuals must be at least 12 years old to operate Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes. For the more powerful Class 3 e-bikes, the minimum age requirement is 16 years. These measures are designed to address a notable increase in e-bike related injuries, a trend that has been particularly concerning among younger riders, according to research conducted by health experts at UC San Diego.
The safety campaign will commence with a 60-day warning period, during which citations will not be issued. This period is intended to allow the public ample time to understand and adapt to the new regulations. The enforcement of citations is scheduled to begin on October 12.
The initiative is a direct response to documented concerns about e-bike safety. UC San Diego health researchers have highlighted a significant rise in injuries associated with e-bike use, with a notable proportion of these incidents involving children. The campaign aims to mitigate these risks through education and the enforcement of the new age-based restrictions.
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