Section 11-140.1 - Off-highway recreational vehicles. - Maryland Statutes

§ 11-140.1. Off-highway recreational vehicles.
 

(a)  "Off-highway recreational vehicle" defined.- "Off-highway recreational vehicle" means a vehicle that is: 

(1) A motor-assisted or motor-driven vehicle that: 

(i) Is designed to carry only the operator of the vehicle on a seat or saddle designed to be straddled by the operator or is designed to carry only the operator of the vehicle and one passenger; and 

(ii) Is commonly known as an all-terrain vehicle; 

(2) A motorcycle that is designed for off-highway operation and is not eligible for registration as a Class D (motorcycle) vehicle under this article, commonly known as a dirt bike; or 

(3) A snowmobile. 

(b)  Exclusions.- "Off-highway recreational vehicle" does not include: 

(1) A farm vehicle as defined in § 13-911 of this article when used exclusively on farm property by a farmer; or 

(2) Any vehicle when used on residential property for the purpose of landscaping, gardening, or lawn care. 

(c)  Regulations.- The Administration may establish by regulation other requirements for or limitations on the definition of "off-highway recreational vehicle". 
 

[2010, ch. 304.]