Honolulu's Complete Streets program (ROH chapter 14 article 33) builds protected bike lanes, while ROH chapter 15 limits adult bicycle riding on most urban sidewalks.
Honolulu's Complete Streets ordinance, ROH Chapter 14 Article 33, directs the city to design streets for all users, leading to the King Street and South Street protected bike lanes and the Biki bikeshare network. Under ROH Chapter 15 and Hawaii's Statewide Traffic Code (HRS Chapter 291C), adult cyclists generally must use the roadway and are prohibited from riding on sidewalks in business districts, including downtown Honolulu, Waikiki, and Chinatown. Children under a defined age may ride on sidewalks at walking speeds. Helmets are required for riders under 16 statewide.
Sidewalk riding in posted business districts or skipping a youth helmet can bring traffic citations of around 25 to 100 dollars and points on the rider's record if applicable.
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