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Restrictions are in effect on the operation of ORVs by children under the age of 16. There also are specific obligations that fall upon the parents or legal guardians of ORV riders under the age of 16 and upon the owners of ORVs.
No one under the age of 16 may operate any 3-wheel ATV.
No one under the age of 10 may operate any 4-wheel ATV except on private land while performing farm-related work operations.
Children 10 and 11 years may operate a 4-wheel ATV only when ALL of the following conditions are met.
Children 12 to 15 years may operate a 4-wheel ATV only when BOTH of the following conditions are met.
Children under 16 years may operate other ORVs (ie. trail bikes) only when BOTH of the following conditions are met.
No child under the age of 12 years may cross any street, highway or county road while operating any ORV.
Children who are at least 12 years may cross streets and roads (only at right angles) if they are under the direct visual supervision of an adult and have a valid ORV safety certificate.
| Under 10 years | 10-11 years | 12-15 years | 16 years + | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allowed to operate a 3-wheel ATV? | no | no | no | yes |
| Allowed to operate a 4-wheel ATV? | no except on private land while performing farm-related work operations | no except on land owned by the parent or guardian, under visual supervision, and with ORV certificate | yes if under visual supervision and with ORV certificate | yes |
| Allowed to operate other ORVs (trail bikes, etc.)? | yes if under visual supervision and with ORV certificate | yes if under visual supervision and with ORV certificate | yes if under visual supervision and with ORV certificate | yes |
| Allowed to cross street or highway? | no | no | yes If under visual supervision and with ORV certificate | yes |
Age and engine size: For your child's safety and comfort, you must match your child with an ORV that is appropriate for his or her size and experience level.
