Enforcement of bicycle laws and ordinances
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Date
1980-03
Authors
Wigan, M. R. (Marcus Ramsay)
Victoria. Geelong Bike Plan Committee
Australian Road Research Board
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Australian Road Research Board
Abstract
A summary of discussions on enforcement issues with bicycle specialists in the
U.S. during a two week study visit for, and assisted by, the Geelong Bike Plan.
Education and enforcement plans appeared to be indissoluble, and social
attitudes towards cyclists have a major influence on both aspects. Details of
bicycle accident types (notably the work of K.C. Cross) has been swiftly taken
up by educational planners, but similar analysis and application of enforcement
efforts and their safety outcome has not yet gained the same support. Data
from California, Montana and Michigan is compared with Geelong, and a number
of similarities noted. The framework of bicycle laws and ordinances is now
well coordinated between U.S. States.
The use of non-criminal violation codes, peer courts, and parental
warnings for bicycle enforcement are gaining support. The use of non-police
(and sometimes also voluntary) enforcement officers offers a means of extending
enforcement effort without greater demands on police resources.
Integration of enforcement and education programs, with subsequent
evaluation effort, is recommended for Australia.
Description
29 p. Illustrations
Keywords
Cycling -- Law and legislation -- United States, Bicycles -- Law and legislation -- United States, Law enforcement -- United States, Urban transportation policy -- United States, Cycling -- Australia -- Geelong (Vic.) -- Planning, Cycling -- Law and legislation -- Australia -- Geelong (Vic.), Bicycles -- Law and legislation -- Australia -- Geelong (Vic.), Law enforcement -- Australia -- Geelong (Vic.)