Albuquerque permits shared dockless e-scooter and e-bike operators under a city pilot, requiring permits, geofenced parking, downtown speed reductions, and operator data sharing, with riders subject to Chapter 8 traffic and helmet rules.
DMD and the City Council have authorized shared mobility pilots that allow vendors like Spin or Lime to deploy under permit. Operators must geofence Downtown and University-area parking corrals, cap speeds typically at 15 mph, and respond to mis-parked devices within set hours. Riders cannot operate on most Downtown sidewalks and must follow ART corridor rules along Central Avenue. Riders under 18 must wear helmets. Permit fees support city oversight, and data is shared for safety analysis.
Operator non-compliance can lead to permit suspension or revocation. Riders who break helmet, sidewalk, or DUI rules face standard traffic and criminal citations under Chapter 8 and state law.
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