Texas § TN.551.351 - DEFINITIONS
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§ TN.551.351. DEFINITIONS
DEFINITIONS. In this subchapter: (1) "Motor-assisted scooter": (A) means a self-propelled device with: (i) at least two wheels in contact with the ground during operation; (ii) a braking system capable of stopping the device under typical operating conditions; (iii) a gas or electric motor not exceeding 40 cubic centimeters; (iv) a deck designed to allow a person to stand or sit while operating the device; and (v) the ability to be propelled by human power alone; and (B) does not include a pocket bike or a minimotorbike. (2) "Pocket bike or minimotorbike" means a self-propelled vehicle that is equipped with an electric motor or internal combustion engine having a piston displacement of less than 50 cubic centimeters, is designed to propel itself with not more than two wheels in contact with the ground, has a seat or saddle for the use of the operator, is not designed for use on a highway, and is ineligible for a certificate of title under Chapter 501 . The term does not include: (A) a moped or motorcycle; (B) an electric bicycle; (C) a motorized mobility device, as defined by Section 552A.0101 ; (D) an electric personal assistive mobility device, as defined by Section 551.201 ; or (E) a neighborhood electric vehicle, as defined by Section 551.301 . Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 1242 (H.B. 1596 ), Sec. 3, eff. June 18, 2005. Amended by: Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 91 (S.B. 1303 ), Sec. 24.015, eff. September 1, 2011. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 612 (S.B. 969 ), Sec. 5, eff. June 10, 2019. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 882 (H.B. 3171 ), Sec. 2.18, eff. September 1, 2019.
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