Santa Ana regulates shared electric-scooter operators through permit agreements covering fleet caps, parking corrals, sidewalk-riding bans, and data-sharing, with riders subject to state helmet and age laws.
Shared e-scooter companies operating in Santa Ana must enter a city permit agreement specifying maximum fleet size, designated parking corrals, geofenced no-ride zones, and required data feeds to Public Works. State law under California Vehicle Code 21235 prohibits scooter riding on sidewalks, requires riders to be 16 or older, and demands helmets for riders under 18. Improperly parked scooters can be impounded by the City. Streetcar corridor and downtown blocks may have additional pickup-and-drop-off restrictions.
Sidewalk riding cited under CVC 21235. Improperly parked scooters impounded. Operator non-compliance risks permit revocation by Public Works.
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