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Safety
Tips and Information
Moped Safety/Laws
Bicycle
Safety and Laws
Thefts from Vehicles
Remember:
You may report any
information to the Auburn Police Department regarding safety and law violations.
260.920.3200 dispatch
260.927.4811 tip line (can be anonymous)
Thefts
From Vehicles
There has been an extensive amount of vehicles that have been broken into and
personal belongings taken. This has been occurring in all areas of the
city and not confined to just one area. Most of the thefts have reportedly
been in the nighttime hours. A partial list of items taken include: cell
phones, radios, CD players, CD's, money and Cassette tapes. It also
appears the thefts are occurring from vehicles that are not locked.
Safety tips:
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Park your vehicle as close as
possible to your home in a well lit area
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Lock your car at night
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Remove valuables from you
vehicle, or keep them out of view
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Report any suspicious activity
to the Auburn Police Department (do not wait until the next morning)
Bicycle
Safety
As the warmer months of summer approach there will be a considerable amount of
bicyclist out riding in all parts of the city. To make your bicycle riding
safe and enjoyable know the rules of the road and follow these simple safety
tips.
Safety tips:
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Always wear your helmet
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Only one rider per bicycle
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Signal your turns
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Always use lights at night (white light in front, red light
in the rear)
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Never carry an object that keeps you from having both hands
on your handlebars
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Always stop at stop signs
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Ride in the same direction that traffic is going
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Remember that you must obey the same laws on a bike that you
do in a car
The Auburn Police Department wants people to be alert when riding their
bicycles, due to the following statistics:
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Falls from bicycles account for 50% of all bicycle involved
accidents
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17% of bicycle accidents are automobile versus bicycle
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17% of bicycle accidents are bicycle versus bicycle
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8% of bicycle accidents are bicycle versus dog
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6% of bicycle accidents are bicycle versus other
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85,000 people visit a doctor each year following a car versus
bicycle accident. Only 40,000 of those accidents are reported to the
police.
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800 Americans die each year from bicycle accidents (500 of those
are under 18 years of age. 50% of all fatal accidents occur in low light
conditions.
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The majority of accidents occur on quiet residential
streets.
SOURCE: International Police Mountain Bike
Association.
As with any recreational activity, it is the responsibility of all who
participate to be knowledgeable in the rules or laws that govern that activity,
it is also important for the younger participants of any activity to be informed
by parents or legal guardians.
During the month of June the Auburn
Police Department will begin to enforce laws that govern safe bicycling,
although some of the laws may seem trivial, they are to help keep bicycling safe
and fun for all of those who participate.
Here are some points to remember:
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A bicycle has the same rights
and duties as any other vehicle on the road.
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A bicycle that only has one seat
may only carry one person at a time.
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Bicycles may not ride more than
two abreast.
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Bicycles must have a working
brake.
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A bicycle that is operated 1/2
hour after sunset or 1/2 hour before sunrise, must be equipped with a
working headlamp that is visible from the front a distance of 500 feet.
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Nothing may be carried on a
bicycle that keeps a rider from having both hands on the handlebars.
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A bicycle must be ridden in the
same direction as traffic flows.
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A parent or guardian is
responsible for not allowing any violations of all laws pertaining to
bicycles.
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No person on a bicycle, roller
skates, skateboard or inline skates may ride in commercial areas.
Moped
Safety and Laws
Laws that apply to motorized bicycles (mopeds):
A Motorized bicycle means a (2) or (3) wheeled vehicle that is
propelled by an internal combustion engine or a battery powered motor, and if
powered by an internal combustion engine, has the following:
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An engine rating of not more then (2) horsepower and a
cylinder capacity not exceeding fifty cubic centimeters (50cc)
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An automatic transmission
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A maximum designed speed of not more than twenty-five (25)
miles per hour on flat surfaces.
Laws governing operating a Moped:
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Under no circumstances are Moped operators to pull or tow
anyone on bicycles, skateboards, roller skates or any other items.
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The operator must posses a valid identification card,
drivers license or a public passenger chauffeurs license.
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Mopeds may not be operated on an interstate highway or side
walk.
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Mopeds may not be operated at a speed greater than 25 miles
per hour.
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May not carry passenger unless designed for more than one
occupant.
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All operators of a Motorized bicycle (Moped) under the age
of 18yrs must have protective headgear and protective glasses.
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Mopeds are to obey all laws the same as an automobile.
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