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
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:
- To a State Authorized Low-Power Scooter Agent from whom the Low-Power Scooter was purchased. The agent will be responsible for providing required documentation to the State Vehicle Services Section.
- By mail to the address listed on the Low-Power Scooter Registration Application (DR 2701).
- By appointment at the 1881 Pierce Street, Lakewood location (select “Other Non-County Title & Reg Services” appointment type).
- By drop-off to the 1881 Pierce Street, Lakewood location; you will be contacted when it is ready for pickup.
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:
- By mail to the address listed on the Low-Power Scooter Registration Application, (DR 2701)
- By appointment at the 1881 Pierce Street, Lakewood location (select “Other Non-County Title & Reg Services” appointment type).
- By drop-off to the 1881 Pierce Street, Lakewood location; you will be contacted when it is ready for pickup.
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.