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Low-Power Scooter

What is a Low Power Scooter?

Low-Power Scooter is a self-propelled vehicle designed primarily for use on the roadways with not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, no manual clutch, and either of the following:

  • A cylinder capacity not exceeding fifty cubic centimeters (50cc), if powered by internal combustion, or A wattage not exceeding four thousand four hundred seventy-six (4,476), if powered by electricity.
  • A Low-Power Scooter does not include a toy vehicle, bicycle, electric-assisted bicycle, wheelchair, or any device designed to assist mobility impaired people who use pedestrian right-of-ways.

Information: Research Colorado Revised Statute 42-1-102(48.5), 42-2-103, 42-3-105(1)(d)(l), 42-3-105(2), 42-3-104(4)(a), 42-3-311, 42-4-109 and 1 CCR 204-10-40 Low-Power Scooter Rule.

 

Decal and Fees

Low Power Scooter Decal

Number of Decals Allowed: One per Low-Power Scooter. Fees:$5.85 per Low-Power Scooter 3-year decal/registration. Low power scooter example.

Registration Requirements

The registration period for a LPS is 3 years.

Requirements:

  • Owner/Operator must possess a valid driver license or minor driver license (42-2-103(2)(a) C.R.S.).
  • Low-Power Scooters may only be registered or renewed when the applicant has a complying motor vehicle insurance policy or a certificate of self-insurance in full force and effect as required by sections 10-4-619 and 10-4-624, C.R.S. 
  • Secure and verifiable identification (DR 2841) is required to register.

Applications for New Registrations

Applications for new, first-time registrations must be submitted via of the following options:

Please be advised that this service is not available at county motor vehicle offices or through myDMV.

Registration Renewal Applications

The registration period for a Low-Power Scooter (LPS) is 3 years. Renewal applications (DR 2701)  must be submitted via the following options:

Please be advised that this service is not available at county motor vehicle offices or through myDMV.
 

How To Become A Low Power Scooter Agent

You will need to complete the DR 2228 Low Power Scooter Registration Agent Application and submit it to the address listed on the form.

Do I need to have a driver license to drive a Low-Power Scooter?

Yes, an operator of a Low-Power Scooter shall possess a valid driver license or minor driver license.

Am I required to have insurance for my Low-Power Scooter?

Effective July 1, 2010 all Low-Power Scooters shall have a complying motor vehicle insurance policy or a certificate of self-insurance. Low-Power Scooters shall not be registered on or after July 1, 2010 without proof of complying motor vehicle insurance policy and payment of the Motorist Insurance Identification Fee. Non-compliance is a misdemeanor traffic offense with a minimum penalty for such offense is a $500.00 fine and that the maximum penalty for such offense is one year's imprisonment and a $1,000 fine.