Segway Laws
Segways are two-wheeled, self-balancing electric vehicles designed for a maximum speed of 12.5 mph. They are regulated under the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission as a “consumer product,” rather than under the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Legislation governing Segway use is handled primarily at the state level, often under the broader category of "electric personal assistive mobility devices." Most states have regulations designating where riders can ride Segways (i.e. sidewalks, bicycle paths or low-speed roads) and the minimum age of riders. Several apply pedestrian laws to Segway use. Some localities have enacted their own regulations permitting or restricting Segways in their communities.
- 44 States and the District of Columbia have enacted legislation allowing use of electric personal assistive mobility devices.
- 6 States (AR, CT, KY, MA, ND and WY) have not enacted legislation addressing Segway use on public rights of way.
| State | State Law |
| Alabama | Permitted |
| Alaska | Permitted |
| Arizona | Permitted |
| Arkansas | No state law; local regulations may exist. |
| California | Permitted |
| Colorado | Permitted |
| Connecticut | No state law; local regulations may exist. |
| Delaware | Permitted |
| D.C. | Permitted |
| Florida | Permitted |
| Georgia | Permitted |
| Hawaii | Permitted |
| Idaho | Permitted |
| Illinois | Permitted |
| Indiana | Permitted |
| Iowa | Permitted |
| Kansas | Permitted |
| Kentucky | No state law; local regulations may exist. |
| Louisiana | Permitted |
| Maine | Permitted |
| Maryland | Permitted |
| Massachusetts | No state law; local regulations may exist. |
| Michigan | Permitted |
| Minnesota | Permitted |
| Mississippi | Permitted |
| Missouri | Permitted |
| Montana | Permitted |
| Nebraska | Permitted |
| Nevada | Permitted |
| New Hampshire | Permitted |
| New Jersey | Permitted |
| New Mexico | Permitted |
| New York | Permitted |
| North Carolina | Permitted |
| North Dakota | No state law; local regulations may exist. |
| Ohio | Permitted |
| Oklahoma | Permitted |
| Oregon | Permitted |
| Pennsylvania | Permitted |
| Rhode Island | Permitted |
| South Carolina | Permitted |
| South Dakota | Permitted |
| Tennessee | Permitted |
| Texas | Permitted |
| Utah | Permitted |
| Vermont | Permitted |
| Virginia | Permitted |
| Washington | Permitted |
| West Virginia | Permitted |
| Wisconsin | Permitted |
| Wyoming | No state law; local regulations may exist. |
| Total States | Allow Segways: 44 + D.C. No Law/Not Allowed: 6 |
Sources: Segway LLC and State Highway Safety Offices.
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general information purposes only and is not to be considered legal authority. For clarification on any law, consult the appropriate State Highway Safety Office.