[Adopted 9-10-2002 by Doc. 142 (Ch. 222, Art. XI, of the 1980 Code)]
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
RECREATIONAL MOTORIZED VEHICLES
Recreational motorized vehicles are described as the following: motorized scooter, unregistered, two wheels, with handle grips, powered by a gasoline two-stroke or four-stroke engine. A motorized bicycle or motorcycle, as defined in MGL c. 90, § 1, is not a motorized scooter.
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or permit to operate the defined motorized scooter within the City of Haverhill under any of the following circumstances:
A. 
On public sidewalks.
B. 
On public and private roadways by a person not possessing a valid driver's license or learner's permit.
C. 
In public parks and recreational areas.
D. 
On public school property.
E. 
On private property without the prior written consent of the owner or occupant of said property. No written consent shall be required for operation of any motorized scooter upon the property of any private club or other organization that permits the use of similar recreational vehicles by the club members.
F. 
In such a manner as to create loud or unnecessary noise as to unreasonably disturb or interfere with persons in the peaceful and quiet enjoyment of their property. To this end, no person shall operate a scooter before the hour of 9:00 a.m. and after the hour of 7:00 p.m.
G. 
To have a second rider on the same scooter.
H. 
Failing to wear protective headgear conforming to Registry of Motor Vehicles standards and/or noncompliance with the helmet requirements of MGL c. 85, § 11B 1/2.
[Amended 7-10-2007 by Doc. 76]
I. 
Children age 12 and under shall not be allowed to drive motorized scooters.