R805-1-2. Definitions  


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  • These definitions apply for the limited purposes of this Rule.

    A. "Bicycle" means a device propelled by human power upon which a person may ride having two tandem wheels either of which is more than 12 inches in diameter. It also includes any device generally recognized as a bicycle, although equipped with more than one front or rear wheel (e.g., a tricycle).

    B. "Skateboard" means a non-motorized device consisting of two or more wheels affixed to a platform or footboard upon which a rider stands and which does not have steering capability similar to that of a bicycle or brakes which operate on or upon the wheels of the skateboard. It also includes every device generally recognized as a skateboard.

    C. "Scooter" means a non-motorized device consisting of two or more wheels affixed to a platform or footboard upon which a rider stands and which has a handle or other mechanism for holding or guiding the device. It also includes every device generally recognized as a scooter. It does not include mopeds, whether operated with or without motor power. For the purpose of this Rule mopeds and motorcycles are considered motor vehicles, and are not within the scope of this Rule.

    D. "Rollerskates" means a device consisting of a shoe with a set of wheels attached for skating or a metal frame with wheels attached that can be fitted to the sole of a shoe worn by a person. It includes in-line skates, rollerblades and every device generally recognized as rollerskates.

    E. "University premises" means the University campus and any other real property or structure located on real property owned, operated or controlled by the University of Utah.

    F. "Non-motorized riding device" means any non-motorized device designed or used for riding by one or more persons including any bicycle, skateboard, scooters, or rollerskates, as defined above. "Non-motorized riding device" does not include a wheelchair or similar device when being used for transportation by any person with disabilities or a baby stroller or similar device when being used for transporting any child.

    G. "Visitor" means a member of the public who visits University premises and is not a student, employee or other person who is formally affiliated with the University.