Although scooters come in all different shapes and sizes, their basic design is a skateboard with a set of upright handlebars.
Laws governing scooters depend on whether they are motorized or non-motorized.
Non-motorized scooters are not considered vehicles, and so are treated as pedestrians. The laws governing motorized scooters are more specific. Listed below are a few laws from the California Vehicle Code to be aware of before riding a scooter. Further information can be found in the California Vehicle Code, or by contacting the UCLA Police Department s Community Services Division. All scooter drivers must wear an approved bicycle helmet.